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A special treat for Livecast fans, we are giving you a preview of the type of content you can expect on the Patreon page . Earlier this month, we posted an exclusive sit down interview with longtime fan of the show Blake Harrison of Pig Destroyer/Hatebeak/Zealot R.I.P. Blake sits in on the entire episode and we talked about his journey to the studio, memories of Hatebeak, his new bands, and tons o...

On this week's episode, we were joined by Stray From the Path guitarist Tom Williams. We talk about band's recently released new album, Internal Atomics, growing up in Long Island, the band's political stances and the current political climate. Elsewhere, Rob discusses his preferences of fests vs. regular shows, interactions at shows that made him stop wanting to go and we spend som...

We kicked things off with an update on Rob's marijuana abstaining, or lack thereof. We then spend a good amount of time discussing the latest Mike Francesa controversy, #FartGate. Eventually, we laugh so hard our jaws hurt. Kenny Hickey of Silvertomb/Type O Negative also joins the show, talking about some of his favorite Brooklyn pizza joints, going to shows in Brooklyn in the 80s and great s...

We're excited to welcome back Busted Open radio producer Alex Metz to the show, to talk about all things pro wrestling and rock. We kick things off discussing techniques for wrestlers blading. Rob has a big revelation this week. Oasis is discussed and we debate who the nicer Gallagher brother is. We discuss Morrisey's recent controversies, yes plural. We discuss Snoop Dogg's blunt r...

Former host of MTV Headbangers Ball, Riki Rachtman, called into the show to share memories of Headbangers Ball, working at WCW and to talk about his podcast, the Cathouse Hollywood podcast . We also discussed new Misfits shows, the Food Network, Kermit The Frog, Noa's trip to Los Angeles, looking at our own buttholes and the recent Mayhem revelation. Listen to the Metal Injection Livecast on:...

We have a very special guest, Jinjer vocalist Tatiana Shmayluk called into the show. She talked about the band's upcoming album, Macro, out October 25th on Napalm Records, growing up in Ukraine, Russian foods and more fun stuff. We tall about the recent Robb Flynn drama, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony and read some recent hatemail. Listen to the Metal Injection Livecast on:...

We kick things off talking about the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur. We then discuss David D Rainman's recent request to sing the national anthem at the Super Bowl. We get on the phone with Gatecreeper frontman Chase Mason to talk about their new album, Deserted and their upcoming tour, as well as sweatpants. Other topics discussed include a local news report about creepy predators, Noa's...

Comic artist Box Brown is the guest on the show this week. We kick things off talking about his comic books, and his love of marijuana. We then learn of Box's earliest pro wrestling memories, we talk about the Monday night wars, getting into indie wrestling in the '00s and we spend some time talking about this week's big AEW vs. NXT showdown. Check out previous Squared Circle Pit in...

We kick things off with Rob talking about his favorite albums of the year. We then discuss the shocking news of James Hetfield checking into rehab. Somehow this transitions into a discussion on Coldcock Whiskey. We discuss the new Alice In Chains iteration. We discuss Rob's experience using a bidet. We learn of actor Thomas Middleditch being a swinger with his wife, and ponder if it's ag...

We're back and this week, we're talking to Avatar's colorful frontman Johannes Eckerström. If you've ever seen the band live, it's not a stretch to see how Johannes is a wrestling fan. He talks about how he discovered the sport of kings, getting WCW Monday Nitro during the peak of the Monday night wars, following wrestling now and his excitement for the launch of AEW. Chec...

We kick things off talking about Danzig revealing one last Misfits show at Madison Square Garden. We also talk a bit about his directorial career. We learn of a cameo of a Livecast favorite in a new Adam Sandler movie. We play some Cattle Decapitation, and then welcome vocalist Travis Ryan, who talked about their upcoming album, Death Atlas, out November 29th on Metal Blade Records. Travis also ta...

We kick things off with a phone call from a Jamey Jasta impersonator, and end up talking about what Jamey Jasta is up to. We all offer what we would have as our last meals. We then discuss the controversial hiring and firing of Shane Gillis on SNL and cancel culture. We discuss AYDS, an early 80s weight loss supplement. We discuss Metallica being played in the White House and go off on Donald Trum...

We are very excited to welcome Johnny Zazula to the show. His label Megaforce was responsible for initially signing some big bands like Metallica, Anthrax, Mercyful Fate, Venom, S.O.D. and others. We talked to Jon about old New York tales, running a metal label in the 80s and his new book Heavy Tales: The Metal. The Music. The Madness . As Lived by Jon Zazula. will be released on October 29th and...

Our good friend Loni, the guy with the hat podcast, is back on the show hanging out with us. We kick things off talking about Rob's Chinese dim sum experience. Rob talks about growing older and accepting it. We have a big announcement we reveal during the show. We then spend a good amount of time listening to a classic Dave Mustaine interview. Noa shares stories of camping in the woods. We wr...

We kick things off talking about last night's Video Music Awards. We talk about the performances and the stand up comedian host. Darren shared some tales of his trip to Montreal, including seeing a Metallica cover band and his problems at customs. Rob shares some Russian candy with the co-hosts. We learn of the Brooklyn seltzer boys and portable bidets before closing the show with a really to...

We kicked things off talking about the recent feud between Tom G. Warrior and Metallica. We then discuss the recent altercation Behemoth's Nergal had at a YMCA. We follow that up by playing a hilarious video review from a Southern Youtuber who tries seltzer for the first time. We talk about Phil Anselmo's new band and end the show getting some calls. We hear from Mario, and a first-time-...

We kick things off talking about the metal band that almost got arrested for hanging out in a Walmart parking lot. Sid goes into detail about his personal time. We spend some time exploring Varg's new Twitter account. Rob talks about his experience attending a Tool listening party. We spend a good amount of time playing a new video from our friend Mark. Noa ends the show with an interesting (...

We're so excited to welcome one half of the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champions, El Phantasmo. ElP talks about how he got started in pro wrestling, his journey to New Japan, his mental state auditioning for New Japan, performing against Jushin Thunder Liger. ElP talks about how he structures a match, his preparation and we really get into his performances during the New Japan Battle of...

We kicked things off talking about the senseless shootings this weekend, and specifically the one linked to heavy metal. We learned the shooter was in a pornogrind band on the air. We also talk about an unfortunate incident that happened to Noa, a woman saved from a cougar attack by Metallica's music and Rob's latest personal exploration. Listen to the Metal Injection Livecast on: Spotif...

Health bassist John Famiglietti steps into the Squared Circle Pit this episode and talks about how he went from liking wrestling a kid to giving up on it, getting into music and then discovering wrestling again in the last few years, first with WWE and then diving deep into New Japan. John and Rob talk all about the current G1 Climax tournament and nerd out about Kenny Omega and AEW. Check out pre...

We kick things off talking to longtime listener Colin, who shares a tragic tale about his grandfather. We talk about Sid's birthday party and embarrassing him. Rob talked about going to see Robyn live and we hear Rob singing along. Sid shares some stories of awkward band interactions with fans. Then, we are joined by Witch Taint for the remainder of the episode and they offer their first ever...

We kick off the show with an infestation situation. We then discuss the Bagel Boss debacle and a new Livecast meme is born. Afterwards, we play a special sponsor message from a very charitable cause. Darren discusses the lack of seltzer in Dallas, Texas. We briefly discuss Disturbed's visit to Israel, and his recent outbursts against Roger Waters. Then, we play audio clips from a recent Donal...

This week, we're joined by comedian Zac Amico for the entire episode. We kick things off talking about Slayer's newly announced tour dates with Phil Anselmo. Rob and Darren then share some highlights of their Dallas trip. Zac talks about his recent wrestling matches, including one match that got a little too hardcore. We play a recent clip of Gene Simmons on British television and explor...

This past weekend, New Japan Pro Wrestling kicked off their annual summer tournament, the G1 Climax 29. I was there and was lucky enough to get credentialed for the press conference. In this very special episode of Squared Circle Pit, I post some highlights from the question and answer session that was only open to press – featuring segments with Will Ospreay, Zack Sabre Jr., Jay White, Juic...

We're very excited to welcome one of WWE's rising superstars to show, NXT's Rick Bugez calls in and we have a great chat. Bugez talks about how he got into metal, his first experiences with wrestling, finding his character and how Paul Heyman had a huge impact on that as well as bands he was looking forward to seeing at the recent Download Festival. An awesome chat with an awesome d...