Metal Geeks Podcast/MSRcast Metal Podcast

On this episode of Metal Geeks, Cary the Metal Geek and George Tripsas return with another packed episode covering the latest in movies, TV, gaming, comics, and heavy metal. We discuss everything we've been watching, including Funny AF, Widow's Bay, For All Mankind Season 5, Toy Story 5, Masters of the Universe, House of the Dragon, Little Brother, Disclosure Day, Legends, Last Samurai Standing, D...

On this episode of MSRcast, Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon kick things off with the latest metal news, including the highly anticipated reunion show from Edguy, upcoming live streams from Hellfest, rumors of a 2027 tour from Faith No More, thoughts on A Screaming Life by Kim Thayil, and news that Mike Mangini has joined Godsmack. They also discuss the newly announced 2026 tour from...

On this episode of Metal Geeks, Cary the Metal Geek, Kim the Mrs. Metal Geek, and special guest host James from the Goodnight and Good Game Podcast dive into a packed show covering the biggest gaming announcements and the latest in geek culture. We kick things off with a recap of Comicpalooza 2026, discuss recent live performances from Christopher Anton and Mike Tramp, and talk about Hasbro's newl...

On this episode of MSRcast, we kick things off with news on Firewind joining the lineup for ProgPower USA, the first band announcements for Maryland Deathfest, discussion of recent Christopher Anton and Mike Tramp live shows, and details on the upcoming Haserot listening party happening June 26 at Sound Exchange. For our main topic, we shine a spotlight on some of metal's most underrated bands, ce...

On Metal Geeks 281: For All Geekery, the crew dives into a packed mix of geek news, reviews, and metal. The show opens with talk of the Monkeeing Around Podcast  that Cary the Metal Geek was on, the benefit for Garrick Smith from Helstar, along with a review of Helloween/Beast In Black. In What We Watching, the crew breaks down High Potential, Project Hail Mary, For All Mankind, Widow’s Bay, Eupho...

MSRcast 322: Riff Forward charges ahead with a stacked episode as we recap the epic Helloween & Beast In Black San Antonio show, dive into early talk around the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2026, and react to the unexpected mashup vibes of the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith reimagined with The Muppets. We also unpack the surprise final album from Spirit Adrift and discuss Me...

Cary the Metal Geek, Brutal Dave, George, and special guest Justin from the Harsh Vocals Podcast bring the noise in Episode 280! The crew kicks things off with Top of the Show News, including a full Hell’s Heroes review and a rundown of the Acid Bath show, alongside Obituary, High on Fire, and Necrofier. They also dive into the surprising cancellation of Nevermore’s U.S. appearance at ProgPower an...

MSRcast 321: The Skies Turn Metal – Hell’s Heroes VIII Review The skies darken and the riffs get heavier as MSRcast returns with Episode 321! Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon dive headfirst into the chaos and glory of Hell’s Heroes VIII, breaking down standout performances, unforgettable moments, and why this fest continues to be a must-attend for true metalheads. On the new music fro...

This week, Cary, Brutal Dave, and George dive into everything metal, geek, and pop culture! We kick things off with our uninformed Oscar predictions, reveal the latest Comicpalooza 2026 guests, and dive into the Nevermore 2026 lineup. On the screen, we’re watching Scrubs Season 10, Wings: Man on the Run, Tournament of Champions, Ted Season 2, and Shrinking Season 3, while George shares his takes o...

Welcome back to MSRcast, the Mainstream Resistance Podcast! On this episode, Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon are joined by a very special guest — Daniel Fenton from the Travels With A Headbanger YouTube channel. Daniel jumps on the show to talk about his channel and how he’s been documenting metal adventures around the world. We dive into the madness of Hell’s Heroes, share stories f...

This week, Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon dive headfirst into a packed show of metal news, reviews, and killer tracks. We kick things off with the newly revealed lineup from Nevermore and discuss the latest developments surrounding Arch Enemy’s vocalist. From there, we break down a live show experience featuring Katatonia and Opeth, and discuss the latest brutality from Kreator, and...

This week on Metal Geeks, we kick things off with some heavy headlines—paying tribute to Catherine O’Hara and James Van Der Beek, talking a quick plunge into the madness of 70,000 Tons of Metal, reacting to Josh D’Amaro stepping in as Disney’s new CEO, and pouring one out for the last Houston-area Alamo Drafthouse closures. From there, we dive into what we’ve been watching—from Roofman and Caught...

All aboard the metal boat! 🤘⚓MSRcast Episode 318 drops anchor with a full 70000 Tons of Metal 2026 recap! Your hosts Cary the Metal Geek, Sean the Metal Pigeon, and Kim the Metal Geek break down Cary and Kim’s wild experience on board the world’s heaviest cruise—from nonstop riffs and stacked lineups to life at sea surrounded by metalheads from every corner of the globe. Before setting sail, we...

Joining Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon are Justin Kramer from The Metal Exchange Podcast—a multiple-time 70000 Tons of Metal sailor—and Rusty Conner from Lone Star Metal. We break down the bands we’re most excited to see live, what first-timers should realistically expect, and how to survive (and thrive) on your first voyage. From rookie questions to veteran tips, Justin helps answe...

Metal Geeks Episode 277: 2025 Rewind Geekery The year 2025 is in the books, and it’s time to look back. In this special 2025 Rewind Geekery episode, your hosts Cary the Metal Geek, Brutal Dave, and George Tripsas convene to break down the year that was 2025 from every angle a true geek could want. We pay tribute to some of the incredible people we sadly lost in 2025, then dive headfirst into our f...

Before turning the page to a new year, Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon take a wide-angle look at everything that defined 2025. In this extended rewind episode, the guys reflect on the albums that dominated their listening over the past year—and admit they were genuinely surprised by which records ended up standing out the most, with unexpected favorites and late-year releases reshapi...

Metal Geeks Episode 276: End of Year Geekery wraps up the year with Cary the Metal Geek alongside special guests Justin the Metal Detector from the Harsh Vocals podcast and Metal Mike Lawrence for an all-encompassing dive into metal, movies, TV, comics, and games. At the top of the show, the crew pays tribute to Rob Reiner, talks about Spinal Tap 2 heading to HBO Max, recaps live shows from Death...

Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon return with a monumental episode as we welcome special guest Will Bozarth to dive deep into the legacy of Nevermore—just in time for their long-awaited reunion and upcoming appearance at ProgPower next year. We break down their entire discography in a full tier-list showdown, and trust us…the rankings might surprise you. But that’s not all—there’s plen...

The Geekery returns! In Episode 275, Cary the Metal Geek, Brutal Dave, and George Tripsas reunite to talk metal news, concerts, movies, TV, books, and games. We start with upcoming shows like Death To All with Gorguts, Iron Maiden, Helloween, and Micky Dolenz, along with recaps of the Devo/B-52s show, the Helstar release show, and the Judas Priest and Alice Cooper tour stop. We move into our lates...

Join your hosts Cary the Metal Geek and Brutal Dave as they sit down with the legendary artist Sawblade 666 for an in-depth, no-holds-barred conversation. The trio dives into their experiences at the Rock Art Poster Show, explores Sawblade’s early cover work with Mainstream Resistance, and talks about collaborating with heavyweights like Anthrax, Insect Warfare, and many other amazing bands. They...

In Episode 314 of MSRcast, titled Never Stop Metaling, Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon dive headfirst into a packed discussion celebrating all things heavy! The duo breaks down the latest in the metal world, from the massive Iron Maiden, Megadeth, and Anthrax tour announcement to Helloween’s long-awaited return and Megadeth’s bold cover of Ride the Lightning. They also share live con...

Join Cary the Metal Geek as we sit down with Chaz Von Graves and Flynn Préjean, the founders of the Rock Art Poster Show, for an inside look at one of the most exciting events celebrating music, art, and metal culture. We dive into the story behind the show, the artists, and the posters that bring live music to life on the wall. Catch the Rock Art Poster Show in Houston at Equal Parts Brewing from...

Cary the Metal Geek and Brutal Dave are back and firing on all cylinders in Turbo Geekery! The guys dive into Rush’s upcoming tour and ticket pricing, the Armored Saint/Michael Schenker UFO show, and pay tribute to legends Tomas Lindberg of At The Gates and iconic artist Drew Struzan. In What We’re Gaming, they tackle the Xbox Game Pass price hike, explore Silent Hill f, Hades II, Ghost of Yotei,...

The flames of metal burn bright in this episode of MSRcast as Cary the Metal Geek and Sean the Metal Pigeon dive into the latest happenings from the heavy music world! The duo discuss the blistering new Megadeth single, the powerhouse Judas Priest and Ozzy Osbourne “War Pigs” charity collaboration, and the brand-new Ozzy Osbourne documentary on Paramount. They also pay tribute to the late Edward R...

Welcome to a very special episode of the Metal Geeks Podcast! Cary the Metal Geek and MSRcast co-host Sean the Metal Pigeon are joined by none other than Paul Kuhr from Novembers Doom. We dig into the band’s brand-new album Major Arcana, talk ProgPower memories, Falling Leaves, and plenty of metal musings before diving into Paul’s Star Wars fandom—his involvement with the 501st, his love of the ga...