Bästa Besoins podcaster (2024)

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Episode 33: Mayanne CK 22:29

2M ago22:29

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This week we talk to teen model Mayanne CK about growing up modeling and her plans for the future (which currently involve helping Caitlin with getting Uplight Academy up and running). Did you learn anything about modelling from Mayanne? Let us know below! If you want to follow Mayanne you can find her on instagram @mayanne_ck If you want to stay u…

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Episode 32: Riddles & Odd Jobs 21:49

3M ago21:49

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This week on the podcast we are back with more games! First, we go through some riddles - feel free to play along (just pause after the riddle is asked) and comment down below which ones you got and which ones stumped you! Did you come up with some creative alternative answers like Caitlin did? Share those below! Next, we talk about some of the wei…

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Episode 31: Besoin (the cat) 7:25

3M ago7:25

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This week we interview someone who is likely quite familiar to long time listeners (or rather, viewers) - Besoin, Brennan's cat. While he has made plenty of (mostly silent) appearances on the podcast, this is the first time he has sat down for a proper interview. If you enjoy this little talk with Besoin, make sure to check out the Day in the Life …

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Episode 30: Des Connors Warmington 20:34

4M ago20:34

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This week on the What's Your Thing podcast we talk to Des Connors Warmington all about the world of Ottawa improv! If you want to learn more about Des' team at Crush Improv you can check out their website, and make sure to keep an eye out for some of their members' shows at the Ottawa Fringe Festival . If you want to try your hand at some improv in…

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Episode 29: Jeff Canizares 37:32

4M ago37:32

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This week we talk to Jeff Canizares of VE Ottawa (https://www.ve.events/) about the popularity of car influencers in and the community-centered nature of car shows in Ottawa. If you want to follow Jeff you can find him on Instagram @oldspoon_m3 and on Youtube @jeffcanizares. If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast follo…

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Episode 28: Been Qa (Car Influencer) 24:57

5M ago24:57

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This week we are talking to Been Qa, local car influencer, all about - you guessed it - cars!Brennan picks his brain for some car tips and tricks and asks about the world of car shows/meet-ups. If you want to follow Been he is on Youtube, Instagram (@iamstillfly) and has a website. If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcas…

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Episode 27: Caitlin Goes Carnivore (Part 5/5) 21:14

5M ago21:14

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Caitlin has officially been living the carnivore lifestyle for a full month. Will this be a permanent lifestyle shift? Do you have any experience with the carnivore diet? Any tips and tricks for living a carnivore lifestyle long-term? If you're curious - these are the sites that Brennan referenced: https://theketominimalist.com/ https://carnivorest…

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Episode 26: Caitlin goes Carnivore (Part 4/5) 17:28

5M ago17:28

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We talk about how Caitlin is doing after her 3rd week on the carnivore diet, and we get to check in with Evan on how his week(s) off caffeine have gone. As Caitlin enters her last week of this month-long challenge, do you think she'll stick to it? Tune in next week to find out! If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast fo…

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Episode 25: Caitlin goes Carnivore (Part 3/5) 14:01

5M ago14:01

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We check in with Caitlin after two weeks on the carnivore diet and Brennan shares some recipes that might help get her out of her rut. (If you're interested in trying them, the recipes discussed were carnivore fried chicken, taco pie, carnivore pizza, and the carnivore diet breakfast sandwich.) Do you have any experience on the carnivore diet? Do y…

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Episode 24: Caitlin goes Carnivore (Part 2/5) 22:45

6M ago22:45

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This week we are back with Evan Sernoskie to talk about different variations of the carnivore diet and we talk to Caitlin, a former vegan, about her first week on the diet. Did she stick to it? How is she feeling? Caitlin and Evan have been given a couple of challenges for this upcoming week, so make sure to check back in next Thursday to see how t…

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Episode 23: Caitlin goes Carnivore (Part 1/5) 24:44

6M ago24:44

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This week we talk to Shannon Delaney and Evan Sernoskie about the carnivore diet - a diet where you eat only animal products - and Caitlin, a former vegan, begins a month-long trial of this extreme lifestyle. We'll be checking in with Caitlin and our experts weekly to learn more about this diet and different variations of it, but more importantly t…

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Episode 22: The Recap Episode 22:41

6M ago22:41

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This week we take a moment to recap the last 21 episodes of this podcast - sharing our favourite moments, new things we learned, and more background info on some of the guests. We also want to announce that we are starting Try Your Thing - you let us know what YOUR thing is and (assuming it's safe) we want to try it! So comment your thing below, or…

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Episode 21: Taralee Gerhard 26:51

7M ago26:51

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This week we have an honest discussion with Taralee Gerhard about her personal connection to the drug and overdose pandemic. (Trigger warning for mention of drug use and overdose) For more information on the drug and overdose pandemic, as well as information on securing and using Naloxone, you can visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/servi…

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Episode 20: Charlie Kitts 23:40

7M ago23:40

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This week we talked to our cousin, friend, and home heating sales rep extraordinaire, Charlie Kitts. We discuss different home heating options and then Caitlin and Charlie see who can guess the most Academy Award-winning Best Actors. If you're looking for help with any HVAC services in the Ottawa area- including heat pump, furnace, air conditioner,…

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Episode 19: Caitlin's Berlin Trip Recap 15:51

7M ago15:51

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This week we have a quick catch-up with our resident jet setter Caitlin. She tells us all about her week working in Berlin and exploring Dublin! If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast follow us on social media @whatsyourthingpod or check out our website www.whatsyourthingpod.com.…

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Episode 18: Deirdre Ford 41:10

7M ago41:10

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This week we talk to Deirdre Ford, the adopted mother of 3 Inuit children. She tells us about her experience adopting the three boys and what she does to keep their culture alive. The book that she mentions in the episode is 7 Fallen Feathers by Tanya Talaga. The courses she mentioned taking (for free) are Indigenous Canada at the University of Alb…

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Episode 17: The Superbowl Episode (ft. Bryson Kitts and Kevin Hogan) 25:09

8M ago25:09

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The Superbowl is happening this weekend and to celebrate we had some past guests return to do a bit of Superbowl trivia and to place some bets. Who are you rooting for this weekend? If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast follow us on social media @whatsyourthingpod or check out our website www.whatsyourthingpod.com.…

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Episode 16: Jenn Hayward 30:28

8M ago30:28

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This week we are talking with Jenn Hayward - a Metis comedian, storyteller, and consultant - all about reconciliation, both at the national and individual level. Jenn is the author of the weekly newsletter Reconciliation Weekly - you can subscribe to that here for weekly profiles of Indigenous people, cultural or historical teachings, and action pr…

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Episode 15: Shane Delaney 21:36

8M ago21:36

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This week we are keeping things in the family and talking with our middle brother, Shane Delaney. Shane is a small-medium business owner - with a couple of plumbing and heating businesses. He tells us all about his experience working in the trades, especially during a pandemic, and then we play a fun sports logo guessing game. If you have any small…

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Episode 14: Meet the Hosts 25:30

8M ago25:30

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We are back from a refreshing winter break and this week we have something a little different for you - we are getting to meet the hosts! Caitlin and Brennan are with us every episode, but what's their thing? We'll be back with our first guest of 2024 next week. See you then! If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast foll…

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Episode 13: N.P. Thompson 32:39

9M ago32:39

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This week we chatted with N.P. Thompson all about her journey from non-fiction writer to middle-grade fiction author of the Canadian Book Club Award-nominated, River of Crows. If you want to know more about N.P. Thompson and the Arcanium Saga, you can check out her website. If you want to buy River of Crows, or the second book in the Saga, Mirror o…

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Episode 12: Misty Pratt 23:33

10M ago23:33

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This week we spoke to health researcher and author, Misty Pratt. She told us all about how her (and her grandmother's) experience with mental healthcare inspired her upcoming book, All in Her Head: How Gender Bias Harms Women's Mental Health (coming out May 7th, 2024). If you are located in Canada, you can pre-order the book on Amazon.ca, at Indigo…

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Episode 11: Lara Wellman 31:26

10M ago31:26

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This week we spoke with author, entrepreneur, and business coach Lara Wellman. She talks to us about her experience with getting diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 40, how she doesn't think that laziness exists, and how she has restructured her day-to-day life with those two things in mind. You can find Lara's book "You're Not Lazy: Let Go of What's…

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Episode 10: David Jackman 42:33

10M ago42:33

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This week we spoke to the man who brought kenpo karate to Newfoundland (and 9th-degree black belt), Sensei David Jackman. He told us all about his history with the martial art, including his time learning it in Montreal under the legendary Jean-Guy Angell. Have you done any martial arts? Let us know in the comments or answer the poll on our website…

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Episode 9: Bryson Kitts 25:54

10M ago25:54

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This week we spoke to respiratory pathologist, Bryson Kitts. He told us all about what it takes to become a respiratory pathologist, some things you might not know about the profession, and his experience of working throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast follow us on social media @what…

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Episode 8: Emily Ramsay 26:19

10M ago26:19

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This week we spoke with Emily Ramsay, Chair of the Board of Ottawa's Digi60 Filmmakers' Festival. She told us all about how she became acquainted with Digi60 (as a filmmaker) over a decade ago, and what the organization has planned for the future. Now that you know about local film festivals, would you participate? Let us know in the comments or an…

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Episode 7: Nick Burden 36:56

11M ago36:56

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This week we spoke to Laugh Lounge comedy club owner, actor, and internationally touring stand-up comedian, Nick Burden. We discussed how he got to be where he is today, and the highs and lows of stand-up comedy. If you want to know more about Nick you can follow him on Instagram (@NickBurden_) If you want to check out the Laugh Lounge you can foll…

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Episode 6: Ilona Smyth 42:10

11M ago42:10

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This week we got to talk to casting director, Ilona Smyth. She told us all about how she got into this line of work, and some of her favourite parts of the job. If you're interested in acting she also shared some tips and tricks for getting hired. If you want to know more about Smyth Casting, you can check out their website: https://www.smythcastin…

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Episode 5: Douglas Roche 45:23

11M ago45:23

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In this episode, we got to interview the Honourable Douglas Roche - a former journalist, Senator, Member of Parliament, Chairman of the United Nations Disarmament Committee, professor, and author. We spoke about his fascinating career history and work in the field of nuclear disarmament. You can learn more about Douglas Roche on his website, and ca…

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Episode 4: Vishal Joy 40:44

11M ago40:44

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This week we talked to fraud and risk management expert, Vishal Joy. Vishal told us a bit about the world of cybersecurity and gave us some tips on how to protect ourselves from fraudsters. If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes of our podcast follow us on social media @whatsyourthingpod or check out our website www.whatsyourthingpod…

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Episode 3: Dr. Kevin Hogan 34:04

12M ago34:04

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This week we got to talk to anatomical pathologist, Dr. Kevin Hogan. In this episode, we learn all about what an anatomical pathologist does, are reminded about how important it is to screen yourself for cancer at home, and get tools to be more knowledgeable at the doctor's office (mypathologyreport.ca). If you want to stay up to date on the latest…

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Episode 2: Roger Price 1:08:19

12M ago1:08:19

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This week we are talking to prolific TV writer, producer, and series creator Roger Price. He has played a role in the creation of 19 television series for a wide variety of channels (including Nickelodeon, BBC, CTV and the CW). If you want to know more about Roger and his work check him out at You Can't Do That Productions (@ycdtproductions) on Ins…

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Episode 1: Firdaus Kharas 52:19

12M ago52:19

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This week we are talking to behavioural change communications specialist, Firdaus Kharas, on using animation and humour to impact culture and change lives. If you want to know more about Firdaus and his work check out his website www.chocmoose.com and/or follow him on Twitter (X) @Culture_Shift. If you want to stay up to date on the latest episodes…

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April's Food 0:13

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April's Food by StrangemanAv Strangeman

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XHM #639 - "Born to be a lion" (2023 March 06) 2:03:10

1+ y ago2:03:10

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For Week 6 of our annual Oscars profile, this pre-recorded episode focuses on the nominees for Best Original Song. We'll hear songs from the films Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Tell It Like a Woman, Top Gun: Maverick, RRR and Everything Everywhere All at Once. We'll also hear some songs that missed the cut whilst gak celebrates some birthday or o…

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XHM #638 - "The only percussion comes in the form of ammunation" (2023 February 27) 2:04:17

1+ y ago2:04:17

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Oscar season continues with the 5th and final of the best original score nominees: Volker Bertelmann's music from All Quiet on the Western Front. 1. The Zombies: Butcher's Tale [Western Front 1914] (Odessey and Oracle, 1968) CBS/Date 2. In Mirrors: An Introduction (Only Time Will Tell: Leopard B-sides, 2022) self-released 3. Big Thief: Time Escapin…

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XHM #637 - "A portrait of the artist as a young man playing with UFOs & dinosaurs" (2023 February 20) 2:03:15

1+ y ago2:03:15

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It's Week 4 of our annual Oscars profile so for your Family Day programming, we'll hear cues from John Williams' nominated score from Steven Spielberg's pseudo-autobiographical film The Fabelmans. We also embrace Carnaval, Mardi Gras and the start to Lent as we acknowledge the recently deceased, one year of Ukraine's invasion and other news. 1. Des…

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XHM #636 - "These talkies are the path to sin" (2023 February 13) 2:01:23

1+ y ago2:01:23

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Our Oscars profile continue with Justin Hurwitz's nominated original score from Babylon. We also talk about earthquakes, many a live event in Vancouver this week -- including Hotham Sound's Drop Cities 2-day hoedown -- and a weird blend of jazz age remixes and what Babylon is. Thanks to everyone who donated to Fundrive 2023! 1. Altin Gün: Yali Yali…

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XHM #635 - "Be in love with nothing but the bagel" (2023 February 06) 2:02:01

1+ y ago2:02:01

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We press on in the multiverse of Oscar nominees for the 95th Academy Awards with a redux on Son Lux's nominated score to Everything Everywhere All at Once along with a nominated song featuring Mitski & David Byrne. Fundrive 2023 is on! Visit http://citr.ca/donate to help CITR upgrade its transmission tower and FM antenna. 1. Shakespears Sister: Hel…

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XHM #634 - "Bread vans & miniature donkeys" (2023 January 30) 2:06:01

1+ y ago2:06:01

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The nominees for the 95th Academy Awards were announced last week so it's the start to our annual Oscars profile! We'll kick off with Carter Burwell's nominated score to the film The Banshees of Inisherin as we mix the usual tributes and newish songs, though there'll be a spot of vintage Irish folk to further confuse the fields. CITR Fundrive 2023 …

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XHM #633 - "Kung fu Cantopop" (2023 January 23) 2:01:02

1+ y ago2:01:02

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The Year of the Rabbit is upon us, so amongst some bunny related songs, we'll have tributes to guitarist Jeff Beck, singer David Crosby and Hong Kong composer Joseph Koo (1931-2023) as we profile some of his action film soundtracks. 1. Cristobal Tapia de Veer: Mr Rabbit It Is (Utopia OST, 2013) Silva Screen/Kudos 2. Phil Western: Rabbits (Laborandu…

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24 Hours of Radio Art: Hours 11 & 12 - "koillinen, kaakko, lounas & luode" (2023 January 17) 1:59:57

1+ y ago1:59:57

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gak is back for another two hours of radio art, though he had plans for eight hours, so prepare for four separate layers of sonic mayhem, mixing spoken word, field recordings, soothing drone and not-so-soothing noise, highlighting the creative minds that inspire us all. there are eulogies for some brilliant souls who left us in 2022: vangelis, geor…

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XHM #632 - "The crystal owls are totally what they seem" (2023 January 16) 2:04:46

1+ y ago2:04:46

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In honour of composer Angelo Badalamenti (1937-2022), we pay tribute to only a modest selection of his wide varied musical career, definitely leaning on the David Lynch collaborations we primarily associate with him. gak also marks 15 years at CITR with a mix of moody melodies. 1. Guy Smiley: The 15 Commercial [w.The Count] (The Count Counts, 1975)…

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XHM #631 - "Only feels like it's raining forever" (2023 January 09) 1:57:23

1+ y ago1:57:23

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As we crawl into 2023 properly, we pay tribute to Seattle composer Norm Chambers (1972-2022), who recorded ambient music under various aliases. We'll focus on his score to the 2017 documentary Graphic Means amongst other bleepy bits, eulogies, quality tunes from 2022 and a taste of the music already out in the new year. 1. Reindeer: 2023 (Reindeer,…

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XHM #630 - "Rogue zero" (2023 January 02) 2:13:01

1+ y ago2:13:01

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Before closing the book completely on 2022, we'll bid adieu via our annual year-in-review episode. I'm unable to do a best of in a limited amount of time, so we'll touch upon the acts that put out new music over the past 12 months and dive into Nicholas Britell's score to the surprising Star Wars TV prequel series Andor. 1. Nicholas Britell: We Beg…

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XHM #629 - "Eight lights to hold you" (2022 December 22 & 26) 2:02:52

2y ago2:02:52

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We're in the midst of Hanukkah so since we got our counter-Christmas episode taken care of last week, this one focuses on the Jewish festival of lights though there are some songs about default holidays and December in the mix. Our soundtrack profile is not tied to Hanukkah per se but a very dear soundtrack to me: 1971's Fiddler on the Roof, the fi…

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XHM #628 - "The Christmas is coming from inside the house" (2022 December 12) 2:03:32

2y ago2:03:32

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As the holiday season feels like it's becoming normal, for our 15th annual counter carol episode, we'll go abnormal as we profile the 1974 Canuxploitation film Black Christmas and all sorts of darker Yuletide material. We've lost some key cultural folks tied to Christmas and music, so embrace the mix. We're doing this early so you don't feel utterl…

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XHM #627 - "This is the excuse that we're making" (2022 December 05) 2:04:43

2y ago2:04:43

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This episode attempts to fill the empty dancefloor with a profile on the Belgian production duo Soulwax and their soundtrack to the 2016 film Belgica. 1. Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul: Bel Deewee (Topical Dancer, 2022) Deewee/Because Music 2. Du Tonc: Rise [Mighty Mouse's Discolife dub] (La.Ga.Sta Late Summer Compilation: Volume 5, 2015) Lagasta …

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XHM #626 - "From badges to badgers, we got it all" (2022 November 28) 2:02:42

2y ago2:02:42

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Finally breaking free of all the horror, we pivot to parody performer Weird Al Yankovic. Not only do we listen to selections from his new "autobiography" Weird, we go back to 1989's UHF. We also prepare you for the 2022 Shindig Finale in Vancouver as CITR's battle of the bands wraps up this Friday. 1. Diedrich Bader: You Don't Know Anything (Weird:…

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XHM #625 - "Print me a pilot, architect me an atmosphere" (2022 November 21) 2:03:26

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We're overdue on a listen to Ryuichi Sakamoto so we'll mostly focus on his score to the Netflix anime series Exception amongst other experimental/classical music from 2022. 1. Dixia Sirong: Qatarsea [XLR8R edit] (Di Er EP, 2016) Inner Balance 2. Loscil: Still (The Sails Pt. 1, 2022) Frond 3. Okay Kaya: In Regards to Your Tweet (SAP, 2022) Jagjaguwa…

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