Explore every episode of the podcast Cemetery Confessions: A Goth Talk Podcast
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| Facing Nostalgia: From Babybat to Elder Goth | 02 Sep 2026 | 04:41:46 | |
We turn back the clock to revisit songs from our youth and explore how goth has changed over the decades. Intro 00:00 Azy Bats 8:15 Ryan Flint 1:05:20 Dani Ashes 2:16:00 Trae 3:11:40 | |||
| Why Does Everyone Wish it was the 90's Again? | 02 Aug 2026 | 01:56:49 | |
Everywhere I go Y2K and 90's nostalgia seems to follow. We'll be exploring the socio-cultural conditions of the modern day that may have led to this yearning for the past, as well as the music, culture and fashion of the goths that came before us. We'll also dive into the causes and conditions behind the ever evolving markers of goth identity construction. Our guests this episode are Moth, Hades and Cam, who you can also find at the Phantasmagoria events around Chicago! Please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Getting Into Goth 2:00 Music Production 5:50 The Changing Face of Goth 23:45 Reliving the Past 38:00 Us vs. Them 1:16:30 Gender 1:34:52 Post Show Musings 1:49:18
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| "Goth" Pick-Me Gooners? Commodifying Subculture. | 02 Jul 2026 | 02:28:54 | |
The outrage over the fetishization of goth women through the male gaze is EVERYWHERE. We're going to break down the causes and conditions of subcultural commodification, the difference between sexual liberation and sexualization and how we should be gatekeeping misogyny. Our guests this episode are Beezy, Kat and Matt! Support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Getting Into Goth 1:55 Sex vs Sexualization 8:20 Gatekeeping 20:25 Sex Work 30:10 Commodification of Goth Women 42:47 The Call Coming From Inside the House 49:44 Patriarchy 1:02:00 You Can't Sit With Us 1:23:22 Gen Z 1:45:00 What is Goth 1:54:40 Post Show Musings 2:19:30 | |||
| Goth Roots and Rebellion: Popularity is a Problem | 02 Jun 2026 | 02:36:20 | |
This episode we discuss the controversy around 'goth rap', breakdown the damage mainstream commercialization of goth subculture has caused, and dissect the oversexualization of goth women for the male gaze. Our guests this episode are Tiffadelic, Janeia, and Dxrkknght. Intro 00:00 Getting Into Goth 2:00 Goth Rap and Music Roots 10:18 Popularity is a Problem 46:00 Social Media 1:13:40 Goth is not Your Fetish 1:48:25 Afro Goth 1:59:25 Post Show Musings 2:25:00 References: | |||
| Swedish Goth | 02 May 2026 | 02:29:59 | |
We will be exploring the nuances and experiences of the goth scene in Sweden this month. We cover everything from music, to culture to changing views on defining goth as we age. Our guests this episode are Andreas of Morlocks and Dark Side Cowboys, and Dani Scythe! Please Support us on Patreon! Introduction 00:00 Getting Into Goth 7:20 Mainstream 13:00 Politics 29:10 Music 40:35 Scavanger Song - Dark Side Cowboys 1:39:00 Sinister Suggestions 1:45:00 References: | |||
| Back From the Grave: Goth's Next Wave | 02 Apr 2026 | 02:18:08 | |
Our guests Nat and Chelsea from Chicago Gothic Events chat about the ever increasing turnout for goth events, the experiences of Gen Z goths, how to keep our club spaces safe and wax poetic about the importance of community. Please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Club Explosion 4:40 The Value of Community 21:44 Social Media and Clubs 40:00 Club safety 49:06 Goth Evolution 1:16:24 Anxiety 1:28:00 Mainstream Goth 1:38:06 Starting Your own Scene 1:51:05 Post Show Musings 2:06:22 References: | |||
| Becoming Goth: Dance as Transformation | 02 Mar 2026 | 02:17:28 | |
We summon goth with our bodies, our movements and our emotions. Like a ritual under a full moon, a room full of spooky kids invoke the spirit of goth itself. On this episode we'll discuss what cultural meaning dance is able to communicate, the welcoming environment goth dancefloors cultivate, and what you should expect for your first night out. Our guests this month are Yasmine of the band XandStacy, Tony and Hani! Introduction 00:00 Getting Into Goth 4:50 Learning Goth Dance 14:15 Generational Differences 43:00 Gender and Sexuality 1:02:50 The Meaning Behind the Movement 1:21:20 What Makes you Dance 1:41:10 Etiquette 1:48:00 Post Show Musings 2:02:30 Becoming Goth: Dance as Transformation References: | |||
| Goth Music: The Art of Resistance | 02 Feb 2026 | 02:25:13 | |
On this episode we speak with Dr. Goth and Brit about goth music! How do we identify what is goth music and what isn't? How does countercultural music resist tyranny and oppression today, as it did in the 80's? How do camp and The Gothic empower the powerless? We'll speak with Charles Mueller about his PhD in Historical Musicology and the parallels between goth of today and the climate goth emerged from in the 80's. You can find Dr. Goth on Youtube, TikTok and read his published articles mentioned in the episode! Please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Getting into goth 2:53 "Youth" subculture 10:45 What is "Goth Music" 12:50 Goth's Countercultural Resistance 1:00:00 Modern Goth 1:36:40 Post Show Musings 1:57:42 References: | |||
| Grave Confessions: Unraveling Goth Identities | 02 Dec 2025 | 03:26:00 | |
Our big themes this week are identity and community. What is a goth mindset? Are all goths neurodivergent? Are goths feminists? What's in Dani's goth pocket? Our guests this episode are Heather and Vesta of the Open Graves podcast! Please support us on Patreon! 00:00 What's Your Darkness 21:45 Cali Goth 45:00 Digital vs Physical 50:20 What is Goth 2:00:12 Goth Boundaries 2:15:40 Sexism 2:32:45 Post Show Musings 3:22:00 See you Next Year! | |||
| Who, What, When, Where and Why is Goth | 02 Nov 2025 | 02:06:41 | |
Our guest Sam Harrison Emm of the band Hurtsfall joins us to run the gamut of goth. From gatekeeping, to goth in the mainstream, to defining goth. From the US to the UK we'll figure out this whole goth thing one way or another. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Getting Into goth 00:00 What is goth 5:00 Music Production 26:00 Club Scene 54:30 Goth in the Mainstream 1:01:55 Gatekeeping 1:18:40 Changing Goth 1:36:05 Post Show Musings 1:54:00 References: | |||
| Learning to Die | 02 Oct 2025 | 02:05:43 | |
This episode we are exploring grief, how dreams can prepare us for the ultimate transformation, and what it means to die mindfully. Our guest is Ale Salinas of Grave Love, The Coffin Cards and the Chicago Death Doula Collective. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Special Halloween Intro 00:00 Procession Magazine 3:36 Getting into Goth 5:21 Death Doula 14:06 Learning to Die 27:26 Our Own Death 1:24:36 Post-Show Musings 1:53:06 Special Halloween Outro
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| Goth Drag with May May Graves | 02 Sep 2025 | 02:45:27 | |
On this episode we are exploring the history of Drag alongside the evolution of goth. We'll also touch on gender and what it's like to escape from a conservative evangelical belief, into a world of queer goth weirdos. Please Support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Mentallo & the Fixer 2:00 Part 1: Goth and Drag 4:15 Part 2: Leaving Christianity 1:15:15 Part 3: Post Show Musings 2:03:00
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| Facing Nostalgia: Your Favorite Album Sucks | 02 Aug 2025 | 03:58:47 | |
Remember that album from 20 years ago that you hated and never gave another chance? Would you feel differently about that album now with all your subsequent forays into new music? We are going to test that theory today by revisiting 4 classic albums and sharing our analysis. Guests: If you enjoy the show, please support us on patreon: https://patreon.com/cemeteryconfessions Intro 00:00 The First Album 2:20 The Second Album 42:50 The Third Album 1:27:15 The Fourth Album 2:19:00 Mark of Ausgang 3:45:50 Sinister Suggestions 3:48:35 | |||
| Countercultural Fascism | 02 Jul 2025 | 02:08:17 | |
On this episode we explore the history of Nazi symbolism in goth and industrial music, the impact of euro-centrism on goth and the connection of figures like Boyd Rice to white supremacist networks. Our guest is Spencer Sunshine, author of Neo-Nazi Terrorism and Countercultural Fascism. If you enjoy the show, please support us on patreon. 00:00 Intro 04:30 Getting into Goth 15:25 James Mason's Siege 21:05 Lavey and Schreck 39:30 Boyd Rice 53:00 Nazi's Ruin Everything 1:52:00 Sinister Suggestions References: | |||
| Death and Deathrock | 02 Jun 2025 | 02:56:27 | |
Photo of Missy by: Roberto Badillo Photography We chat with Missy and Ryan of Obsidian about the lack of deathrock in the goth scene, their personal experiences with death, and what it means to live a meaningful life. Sponsers: If you enjoy the podcast please support us on Patreon. Intro 00:00 Amulet's New Single 2:50 Getting into Goth 3:45 Deathrock and Music Production 11:40 Dealing with Death 33:20 Depression and Suicide 1:02:30 Post Show Musings 2:08:10
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| Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless | 19 May 2025 | 01:47:10 | |
On this episode we are discussing the recently released documentary 'Dark Sanctuary: The Story of the Church'. We chat up Timothy Stevens and DJ Joe Virus about the importance of a home for the socially outcast, explore the musical history of The Church, and listen to stories of love and loss. Sponsers: If you enjoy the podcast, please Support us on Patreon Intro 00:00 Assemblage 23 1:57 Getting into Goth 3:30 Death 10:57 Music 31:00 Enter Without Prejudice 1:09:17 Mentallo and the Fixer 1:44:30 Upcoming 1:45:00 | |||
| Goth's Phantasmagoria: It's About Community | 02 May 2025 | 02:07:36 | |
Phantasmagoria, noun On this episode we chat with Sondra about the connections between the Metal and Goth subculture, why the internet is so upset about 'fake goth girls' making only fans content, practical goth fashion, how meaning emerges from community and more! If you enjoy the show, please support us on patreon! Intro: 00:00 WitchHands 2:15 Metal and Goth 5:45 Salem 21:00 Thrifting and Practical Fashion 39:45 Fetishizing Goth 1:00:00 Community 1:18:00 Feedback 1:31:00 Sinister Suggestions 1:50:30 References: | |||
| Intermission | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:03:01 | |
For those who don't know, due to unemployment and disability my family and are are forced to move out of our home. The process has been incredibly stressful and has kept me from being able to put together an episode this month. In liue of an episode this month, please send thoughts, feedback and opinions on past episodes, or goth in general to: cemeteryconfessions@gmail.com. I'll be putting together an episode where we read and respond to your feedback. Thank you for listening! | |||
| How *NOT* to be a Goth | 02 Mar 2025 | 04:25:10 | |
On this episode we dive deep into the new book 'How to be a Goth'. We'll talk about the shift from subculture to mainstream adoption, argue about celebrities being 'goth-coded', debate if high fashion can be goth, and a lot more. Please forgive the audio issues in the first half of the episode. If you enjoy the show, please support us on patreon!
Introducing the Book 00:00 Introducing the Author 18:25 Real Goths Sacked Rome 20:10 Gothcore or Goth Subculture? 51:00 Baby Bats 1:25:15 Can High Fashion be Goth? 1:40:36 We Finally Get Angry 1:59:50 What is Goth PT. 1 2:24:00 Aging in Goth 2:44:30 What is Goth PT. 2 3:10:00 Buy from Goths 3:26:00 Interior Decorating 3:42:50 Closing thoughts 3:58:00
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| Schwarze Szene: Central Europe's Dark Music (feat. Andre of The Wave of Things) | 02 Feb 2025 | 01:50:48 | |
We are taking a journey to Central Europe to speak with Andre from The Wave of Things. Throughout our tour we'll be exploring the music and scene of central and eastern Europe, discussing the variation of subcultural expression from country to country and debate whether music can be objectively goth. Our guest this episode is Andre of The Wave of Things and Deus Faust. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Getting Into Goth 2:15 The Wave of Things 17:00 Darker in Central Europe 26:15 What is Goth 1:01:00 The Wave of the Future 1:16:16 Entangled and Embedded, Subcultural Music 1:27:00 References: | |||
| Dark Entries: Goth's Hierarchy of Whiteness | 02 Dec 2024 | 02:04:55 | |
In this episode we are going to explore Goth's White Hegemony: Racism, Gatekeeping and Identity. We'll be looking at the ways the mechanisms of white supremacy show up in the goth scene, what we can do about it, and whether goth is a music based subculture. Our guest this episode is Shonalika! You can find them on YouTube, in Powderpaint and Calendrical Rot. If you enjoy this podcast, please support us on Patreon.
Getting Into Goth 00:00 Gendered Goth 8:30 Racialized Goth 12:30 The Audacity of Whiteness 34:45 Conservatism and Community Praxis 52:00 Is Goth a Music Based Subculture 1:09:30 Book Nerds 1:53:00 Outro 1:59:30
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| Alone Together: Even Vampires can be Anxious | 02 Nov 2024 | 02:27:13 | |
We compare goth aesthetics and ideals of goth communities across America, discuss what makes goth music goth, and swap clubbing stories. Our guests are Ophelia and Viktor Intro 00:00 | |||
| Goth Drama: An Interview with Veronika Sorrow | 08 Oct 2024 | 01:55:46 | |
Our conversation this month takes many a twist and turn as we cover the life and times of Veronika Sorrow. From her dark origins, to her Siouxsie Sioux cover band, her 80's retro shop MeowMeowz, and her eventual departure from the goth scene. MeowMeowz: meowmeowz Nocturna: nocturnasiouxsie Support us on Patreon: https://pateron.com/cemeteryconfessions
Getting into Goth 00:00 Music Projects 9:45 Goth Clubs 31:49 MeowMeowz 51:45 Leaving Goth 1:06:12 Post Show Musings 1:30:20
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| I Myself Am Strange and Unusual: Neurodiversity in the Goth Scene | 03 Sep 2024 | 02:57:10 | |
cover image by @artist_mdc Turns out goths are weird. On this episode we explore the impact of emotional disorders and disabilities like depression, autism, ADHD and chronic illness. We also discuss why goth's are too obsessed with being technically correct, review the new book Goth Parenting: The Dark Joys of Raising Baby Bats, and interview a gen alpha goth! Our guests are Anastasia of Cemetery Sex and Slings and Arrows, Tay of Sanguine Symphony and Shirthole Please consider supporting us on Patreon! Introductions 00:00 Goth Debate Perverts 8:00 Experience with Disability 32:00 Goth Culture's Neurodivergence 49:20 Depression and Emotional Intelligence 1:10:00 Is Goth Subversive 1:43:15 Fashion and Goths of Color 2:12:30 Conclusion 2:34:45 Book Review 2:39:45 Gen Alpha Goth 2:44:40 | |||
| 162: Facing Nostalgia: Goth Adjacent | 04 Aug 2024 | 02:53:42 | |
This month we explore 4 formative albums, and discuss what the hell goth adjacent even means. We're looking at Zombie Ghost Train, Blutengel, Black Sabbath and Hednagarna! Please consider supporting us on Patreon! Intro: 00:00 Zombie Ghost Train - Dealing the Death Card 6:00 Blutengel - Demon Kiss 36:15 Black Sabbath - Paranoia 1:22:00 Hednagarna - Tra 2:02:00 Outro 2:40:00 | |||
| 161: Cemetery Confessions Gets Cancelled | 02 Jul 2024 | 02:13:29 | |
This month we take a look at Gaza and the history of the Middle East. We'll explore the current conflict in the region and discuss how world events shape and impact the goth scene. Our guest this episode is Hani Please consider supporting us on Patreon! (00:00) Intro (4:45) Male Tears - Paradísco (6:00) Getting into Goth: Music, Nerds, and Dance (29:32) Why This Subject? (43:00) History of the Middle East (1:09:00) Zionism (1:39:00) Violence (1:59:00) How Does the Scene React | |||
| 160: Gen Z vs. Millennials: Who's the Better Goth | 03 Jun 2024 | 02:33:41 | |
Cover Photo by Pascal Bauret https://www.instagram.com/pascal.de.paris.fotos/ It's the battle of decades. How do Gen Z and Millennials define goth differently, has goth lost it's mystery and magic when we can access everything online, what makes us cringe, where does each group stand on gatekeeping and politics, how do we go about including new genres of music under the goth umbrella, why do my knees hurt when I wake up in the morning? All this and more on this months episode of Cemetery Confessions! Our guests are Caitlyn of Corlyx and Kayla of Scum Please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Goth Adjacent Music 9:00 Internet and Magic 23:00 Goth Ideology 1:13:26 Is Goth Muisc Based 1:31:00 Lifestyle 1:47:20 Generational Divide 2:01:00 Post Show Musing 2:17:00 References: | |||
| Music Mausoleum: Attrition | 20 May 2024 | 02:13:13 | |
On this episode we discuss why no one knows what the hell 'darkwave' is, explore Trae's piano fetish, oh and we review some albums as well. Of note: This episode was recorded before the tragic death of Steve Albini, which is why this was not brought up during our discussion of his various projects. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon!
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| 158: Noughties: The Story of Goth in the 2000's | 02 May 2024 | 03:16:06 | |
Why did goths change the way they interacted with outsiders after Columbine, why was fashion of the time starkly different from today, why was gatekeeping part of the scene in the first place, and why weren't goths allowed to smile before 2010. All this and more as we walk through the story of goth in the late 90's and early 2000's with a panel of goths who lived through it. Our guests this month are Jessie Meowser, Jessica and Bruce Lord. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 90's 3:48 Club Scene 11:20 Life in the 2000's 44:25 Columbine and 9/11 1:20:30 Goth Was Just Different 1:37:00 Vampires: 2:05:00 Emo vs. Goth 2:15:40 Find More 2:30:00 Fashion 2:34:08 Mallgoth 2:50:00
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| 157: The Goth Umbrella: Gatekeepers, Poseurs and Historicity | 03 Apr 2024 | 02:01:11 | |
We're speaking with Natasha Sharf about goth drama, debating whether goth is an umbrella term or not, exploring the impact of goth fashion leaking into the mainstream and much more! Authored Books | Prog Magazine | Young Limbs Numb Hymns If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Turning Goth 2:41 Is goth too serious 11:00 Influence 20:30 Meltdown Magazine 25:28 What is Goth Music 35:30 The Goth Umbrella 45:55 Goth Fashion and Transgression 59:34 How has Goth Changed 1:08:38 Music 1:17:15 Sexism 1:27:00 Goth vs. Gothic 1:31:30 Zines 1:33:00 Outro 1:41:30 Post Show Musings 1:46:30 | |||
| 156: Desi Goth | 02 Mar 2024 | 01:45:18 | |
We're speaking with Willow Scarlet about South Asian fashion in the goth scene, the need for diversity in goth music, their experience as a goth in India and more. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Cultural Influence in Goth Music 6:30 South Asian Goth Aesthetic 16:40 What is Goth Music 33:10 Queer Identity 37:30 What is Goth 42:37 Pishach 51:30 Fast Fashion 55:33 Cultural Appropriation 1:03:10 State of Goth Music 1:21:45 Outro 1:38:30
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| Music Mausoleum: Temple of Angels | 20 Feb 2024 | 01:41:56 | |
We're taking an in depth look at what kinds of creativity are possible within a dark scene framework through the new release by Temple of Angels, Endless Pursuit. We'll also share a list of quick fire album recommendations, chat about libraries and more. Consider Supporting us on Patreon Intro 00:00 Album Review 5:50 Sinister Suggestions 1:11:25 More Album Recs 1:20:20 References: | |||
| 154: Gothic Art | 02 Feb 2024 | 01:56:31 | |
On this episode we speak with Vincent and Victor about their project, Gothe Residency of the Arts. We'll debate the place of AI art, explore whether goth can still transgress or has become too safe, wax poetic about the role of art in the goth community and more. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Intro 00:00 Guest Introductions 2:30 What is GROTA 12:20 Why GROTA 22:15 Art and the Internet 27:42 Inclusivity and Gatekeeping 39:30 Dark Market 43:30 AI Art 49:10 Philosophy of Art 1:10:15 Is goth too safe 1:21:23 Post Show Musings 1:40:15 References: | |||
| 153: Juicy Juicy: Cemetery Comrades | 02 Dec 2023 | 02:23:18 | |
Azy, Ryan and Trae get together to discuss what the future of goth holds and whether goth music has gone stale. Obscura Undead, YouTube, Bandcamp If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon!
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| 152: We Talked About 'Big Tiddy Goth GFs' | 02 Nov 2023 | 01:55:47 | |
We talk to Dr. Jordan Soper, certified Sex Therapist and Psychologist, about the overwhelming sexualization of goth girls, the relationship of depression to goths, porn and much more! We also hear some new singles from Blood Bells and Gothnetic. Find Dr. Soper on IG, TikTok and Youtube If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Intro 00:00 Getting into goth 2:45 Are Goths Depressed 12:35 Do Goths Make Better Lovers 26:40 The Goth GF 37:00 Porn 53:45 Neurospicy Sex 58:20 Death and Sex 1:04:10 ACE 1:07:00 Trauma 1:13:00 Tik-Tok Pathology 1:17:50 Recomendations 1:29:30 | |||
| 151: Music Mausoleum: TELARAÑA | 18 Oct 2023 | 01:29:17 | |
We're discussing whether or not modern goth is stale, why so many of us are burned out on Darkwave and Post-Punk, reviewing the new album from TELARAÑA and reviewing a slew of recent album releases! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Intro 00:00 Is Goth Music Stale 2:45 Darkwave Burnout 17:00 Album Review: 32:50 Sinister Suggestions: 1:03:50 | |||
| 150: What we Learned from the World's Largest Goth Survey | 04 Oct 2023 | 02:17:46 | |
We speak with Emma to uncover the insights gleaned from her PhD study, which surveyed thousands of goths across dozens of countries! We'll explore the relationship of death to goth identity, what truly makes goth fashion unique, debate the role the internet has played in the development of goth culture and more. Read her article here, on page 74. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon!
Intro 00:00 Origin story 3:15 Study Results and Methodology 7:00 Role of Death and the Past in Goth 27:15 Resistance to the "mainstream" 42:23 Goth Fashion Through Plenitude 49:20 Semiotics and Appropriation 1:02:18 Socio-Aesthetic 1:14:45 The Internet 1:19:00 Aging in Goth 1:31:30 Post Show Musings 1:55:30 References: | |||
| 149: Random Goth Convergence | 02 Sep 2023 | 02:35:25 | |
This month we speak to YouTube's Random Goth Couple about a range of topics! We consider whether or not goth's love of the 80's has caused it to stagnate, the role of goth aesthetic in popular culture, what the scene is like in Ireland, and even what our favorite Anime's are. We also hear from the bands Cemetery Siren and Allie Frost on All Goth Considered! You can Random Goth Couple on YouTube, IG, and TikTok. Introduction 00:00 Getting Into Goth 1:32 Goth in Ireland 28:10 Random Goth Couple 44:55 Anime 55:45 The History of Goth Culture 1:01:15 Is Goth Dying 1:19:22 Is Goth just an Aesthetic 1:41:50 All Goth Considered 2:08:50 Post Show Musings 2:22:30 | |||
| 148: Music Mausoleum - Voyna | 17 Aug 2023 | 01:29:30 | |
We are reviewing the newest album from Voyna as well as a new crop of fresh darkwave, post-punk and goth releases. We also hear from Azy Bats as they interview Lovataraxx, Pleasure Victim and Happy Phantom! Album Review: Sinister Suggestions: 49:00 All Goth Considered 1:06:15 | |||
| 147: From Punk to Goth: Terri Kennedy and Ipso Facto | 02 Aug 2023 | 02:03:56 | |
Terri Kennedy of Ipso Facto has graced us with her presence on this episode! We discuss punk and deathrock in the 70's and 80's, hear stories about Shadow Project and the LA deathrock scene, feminism, recount various goth fashion trends and a lot more! It's a packed discussion focusing on the life and passions of a staple in the California goth scene. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! No timestamps this episode! We switch topics about every 5 minutes which would make for a nightmare string of bookmarks so sit back and enjoy the show.
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| 146: Facing Nostalgia, Again (Part 2) | 17 Jul 2023 | 02:22:21 | |
We continue our journey through our babybat memories with 2 more albums: Saviouir Machine s/t and Collide - Beneath the Skin. We also feature a new track from Circomversor. Our guests are Azy Bats and Ryan! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Intro 00:00 Saviouir Machine 2:15 Collide - Beneath the Skin 39:00 Circumversor - Winter in Berlin 2:07:10 Outro 2:21:00 | |||
| 145: Facing Nostalgia, Again (Part 1) | 03 Jul 2023 | 02:33:34 | |
We're taking a trip down memory lane in this 2 part episode. First up we're talking about Music from the Succubus Club and Inkubus Sukkubus. We discuss the impact of these albums in our lives and the scene, breakdown the song structure, joke about vampires and fall down numerous ADHD rabbit holes. Our guests are Azy Bats and Ryan! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Music from the Succubus Club 2:00 Wytches - Inkubus Sukkubus 1:05:00 All Goth Considered 2:14:00 | |||
| 144: Music Mausoleum - Belgrado | 16 Jun 2023 | 01:38:57 | |
Another music focused episode see's us reviewing the newest album from Belgrado after 7 years of silence, quick fire reviews of new releases, Obscura Undead's All Goth Considered, and some discussion around the new book 'The Art of Darkness', among other subjects. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Belgrado - Intra Apogeum 00:00 Living with Chronic Illness 35:00 The Art of Darkness 49:00 Album Recommendations 1:07:45 All Goth Considered 1:22:30 Outro - 1:36:00 Band Links: | |||
| 143: TikTok and the Modern Goth | 02 Jun 2023 | 02:20:13 | |
Grab the new Cemetery Confessions Perfume Oil! This episode we're having a roundtable panel discussion about the goth community on tiktok and social media's utility to the scene as well as mainstream representations of goth, gender, gatekeepers and more! Our guests this month are Ciaran Creature, dxnksinatra, Pandora, and Kimberly. (and Batsy) If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! Intro 00:00 Goth on TikTok 17:30 Local vs Digital 27:30 TikTok and Music 36:40 Goth Box 1:01:00 Mainstream representations of goth 1:11:30 Identity 1:24:50 Politics 1:43:00 Gatekeepers and Poseurs 1:55:45 Outro | |||
| 142: Music Mausoleum - The Cemetary Girlz | 17 May 2023 | 01:38:51 | |
Dedicated in memoriam of Sanctus Manium. You can donate to funeral costs here. We are reviewing the new album from The Cemetary Girlz, reviewing 15 recent releases and hearing from Azy Bats as they interview Aux Animaux, Antipole, and Hororhaus. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! 00:00 Album Review 37:20 Sinister Suggestions 1:06:40 All Goth Considered 1:30: 45 In Memoriam Sinister Suggestions: | |||
| 141: Polyam Jam | 02 May 2023 | 02:01:22 | |
Grab the new Cemetery Confessions Perfume Oil! This month we're exploring the intricacies of relationships in the goth scene with a focus on the dynamics of polyamory. We'll be sharing our own personal insights gained from facing the challenges of romantic and aromantic relationships, unearthing toxic mononormative expectations, dissecting the causes and conditions of jealousy, recounting stereotypes and providing an incisive and practically applicable deep dive into integrating ones life with others you care about. Our guests this month are Jessie and Melinda! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! 00:00 Intro 5:30 Poly History 15:40 Maintaining Relationships 32:30 Chronic Illness 37:15 Swimming Against the Current 40:00 Sharing Space 52:50 Romancing Goths 1:01:20 Managing Jealousy 1:16:00 Expanding the Polycule 1:22:20 Mononormative Hangover 1:42:30 Considering Polyamory 1:56:35 Outro | |||
| 140: Enacting Goth | 02 Apr 2023 | 03:30:27 | |
Grab the new Cemetery Confessions Perfume Oil! This month we are speaking with Paulo about how reality comes into being. Goth identity formation and gatekeeping are also among the topics explored. We also review the new album from Reflection Black, share some book and music recommendations, and hear from the mouths of A Cloud of Raves, Plague Pits and WitchHands in All Goth Considered! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to Patreon! 00:00 Intro 6:50 Paulo's Musical History 16:20 Anthropocentrism 24:45 Specificity 31:40 Dichotomies 42:05 Ontological Multiplicity 50:45 A Water Bottle 1:03:50 Enacting Worlds 1:09:30 Enacting Goth 1:18:00 Gender 1:28:40 Adjudication 1:37:30 Psychadelics and Embededness 1:43:20 Identity 2:14:55 Album Review 2:44:25 Sinister Suggestions 2:59:15 All Goth Considered 3:20:00 Outro | |||
| 139: Gatekeeping Mallgoths | 02 Mar 2023 | 02:55:07 | |
This episode we return to form by settling down in the gothic parlor for a wide ranging discussion on goth. The history of mallgoth, the relevance of gatekeeping, how to run an event, body shaming and aesthetic expectations and more! We also have a new batch of band recommendations, Azy Bat's All Goth Considered and more. Our guests are Julian Black (linktree) and Candace Midnight. You can also find the Arcane Vampire Ball here. 00:00 Intro 7:22 Arcane Vampire Ball 13:40 Vampires 26:06 Local Flavor 31:48 Gothic Takeover at Lakeside 37:30 Aesthetic Expectations 55:50 Advice for New Blood 1:07:05 Safe Spaces 1:15:10 Gatekeeping and Mallgoths 1:46:30 Goths Future 1:54:28 More Gatekeeping 2:02:00 More Mallgoth Sinister Suggestions 2:12:20 References: | |||
| 138: Gothic Gangster | 02 Feb 2023 | 02:51:54 | |
This month we are chatting with Trever Aeon, a goth professional wrestler about how his passion for wrestling and love of goth music. We also have a long form album review for the of bleached cross, sinister suggestions, and Azy returns with All Goth Considered! To support the show please head over to our Patreon! Our guest this month is Trever Aeon! You can find his website here along with Twitter, IG and Facebook. Intro 00:00 Getting into goth 3:44 Being goth in wrestling 9:22 How did the Gothic Gangster come to be 20:35 Storytelling 35:25 Goth clubs 47:27 Body Image 55:00 Wrestling stories 1:01:30 Goth stuff 1:11:00 Album Review 1:21:30 Sinister Suggestions 2:00:25 All Goth Considered 2:22:50 Chatting Covid 2:43:30 Outro | |||
| 137: The Gothquisition (6) | 02 Dec 2022 | 02:36:26 | |
They hate us because they ain't us. The sneering elite return to set the internet straight. Prepare your bathole The Gothquisition is back to rip the poseurs again! Consider supporting us on Patreon Introduction Song Break: I'm More Goth than You Debate: Is the Cure a Goth Band Song Break: Goth GothQUIZition Song Break: Drunk, Stupid and Goth Elitists of the past Song Break: Gothic Yard Sale Note: We will be taking our yearly hiatus in January so there will be no episode. Patreon members will be invited to a video hangout via zoom that month. Redaction: A previous version of this episode mentioned rebuilding the goth scene 'post-pandemic'. This was in reference to music venues reopening with new health guidelines such as masking and mandating vaccines. However proper context was not provided and the statement could have been misconstrued. As there is a lot of COVID misinformation out there which downplays the serious, deadly nature of the virus that disproportionately impacts marginalized communities, this portion has been removed to avoid inadvertently condoning behavior that puts the health and wellbeing of our community at risk. | |||