KUT & KUTX Studios, Laurie Gallardo
(SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen
In (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen host Laurie Gallardo simply asks one question of her guests: What is the darkness to you? Or, what is dark to you? The conversations that arise from this range from heartbreaking to inspiring, and get to the heart of the guests' personal philosophies, internal struggles, and creative journeys. In having these conversations, Laurie hopes to inspire listeners to reflect on their own experiences with darkness, and perhaps connect to others on their own journey.
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KUT & KUTX Studios, Laurie Gallardo
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Latest episode
Nov 21, 2025
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Episodes
BONUS – It’s Your Turn 21.11.2025 14:48
On this special bonus episode of (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen, audience members from our recent live taping at The Vortex share what the darkness means to them. The post BONUS – It’s Your Turn appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
BLK ODYSSY: Connected To the Frequency 31.10.2025 1:02:25
BLK ODYSSY talks about the darkness and reshaping the light, and offers his insight on connecting to the best frequency. The post BLK ODYSSY: Connected To the Frequency appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Adrian Quesada: The Spectrum and the Stars 24.10.2025 34:26
Grammy-nominated musician and composer Adrian Quesada reflects on the spectrum of darkness, and the meaningful experience of connecting music with memories. The post Adrian Quesada: The Spectrum and the Stars appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Avery Moore: Getting out of Mind Jail 17.10.2025 34:22
Comedian Avery Moore discusses the isolation of loneliness and lack of self-worth, and the revelation of actually liking oneself. The post Avery Moore: Getting out of Mind Jail appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Dr. Daniel J Westcott: On the Body Farm 10.10.2025 33:36
Professor and forensic researcher Dr. Daniel Wescott talks about the life that follows death, and darkness as an uncertainty. The post Dr. Daniel J Westcott: On the Body Farm appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Kate Winkler Dawson: Running with the Night 03.10.2025 41:16
True crime historian and author Kate Winkler Dawson discusses the literal darkness of rural areas, and the role of empathy in true crime research. (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can help make this podcast happen by donating at supportthispodcast.org. The full transcript of this […] The post Kate Winkler Daw...
Kalu James: Keeper of the Light 26.09.2025 30:21
Singer and songwriter Kalu James talks about darkness as a space of safety, and the mindful acts of creating art in dark times, and letting go. (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can help make this podcast happen by donating at supportthispodcast.org. The full transcript […] The post Kalu James: Keeper of the L...
Alex Maas: Directions To See A Haunted House 19.09.2025 39:31
Alex Maas of the Black Angels talks about the influence of childhood memories and raising a family during dark times. (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas. You can help make this podcast happen by donating at supportthispodcast.org. The post Alex Maas: Directions To See A Haunted House appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studi...
Shakey Graves: The Necessary Counterpart To the Light 12.09.2025 32:46
Songwriter Alejandro Rose-Garcia, better known as Shakey Graves, talks about the ways darkness and his mental health journey have shaped his music and his outlook on life. He also discusses the art of - and the anxiety behind - self-promotion, and the desire to connect with others. The post Shakey Graves: The Necessary Counterpart To the Light appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Season 2 of (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen starts September 12th. 29.08.2025 1:17
Season 2 of (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen starts Friday, September 12. On the podcast, host Laurie Gallardo is back to ask one question of her guests: What is the darkness to you? Or, what is dark to you? The post Season 2 of (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen starts September 12th. appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Introducing: 24 Hours in Austin 19.11.2024 52:32
The (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen team wants to share a new podcast with you! 24 Hours in Austin tries to answer the question: What does a day in the life of Austin, Texas sound like? The post Introducing: 24 Hours in Austin appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
John Doe: There Was Also Nathaniel West 31.10.2024 42:52
On the season finale of (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen, John Doe of X talks about darkness originating from childhood experiences, an intrinsic connection to all things dark, and the art of storytelling. The post John Doe: There Was Also Nathaniel West appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Thor Harris: Wrote Them Letters and Joined Their Bands 24.10.2024 44:05
On this special edition of (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen, recorded live at Laguna Gloria, artist and musician Thor Harris talks about the importance of empathy and creating art...and the insight of those who've gone to hell and back. The post Thor Harris: Wrote Them Letters and Joined Their Bands appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Trevor Scott: More Than A Breadcrumb, That’s A Cake 17.10.2024 47:12
Trevor Scott, cohost of We Are Austin, talks about facing the challenges of hopelessness, avoiding any middle ground when it comes to one's passions, and the delicate balance between positivity and not tolerating any ridiculousness The post Trevor Scott: More Than A Breadcrumb, That’s A Cake appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Qi Dada: Before there was light 14.10.2024 37:35
Qi Dada (Riders Against the Storm) explores what people can learn from the darkness, and reexamines the different meanings of "dark" across the board - from dubious origins to something that's comforting and even enlightening. The post Qi Dada: Before there was light appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
L.C. Franke: Soundtrack For These Moments 03.10.2024 44:02
L.C. Franke talks about embracing the darkness as inspiration, how it's sparked his own creativity, and how darker things can be more intriguing - for better or worse. The post L.C. Franke: Soundtrack For These Moments appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Dawn Okoro: Floating In Portraiture 26.09.2024 39:13
Dawn Okoro talks about the darkness within, resilience through core beliefs, and the journey of facing your fears - even if it means taking a fall. The post Dawn Okoro: Floating In Portraiture appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Dusty Gannon: Fangoria Fan 19.09.2024 38:46
Dusty Gannon of Vision Video talks with Laurie about how the darkness of goth music inspires him and how horror films help him deal with his own fears. The post Dusty Gannon: Fangoria Fan appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Urban Heat: Dark Like Me 12.09.2024 35:45
Jonathan Horstmann, Kevin Naquin, and Paxel Foley of Urban Heat discuss where the band falls on the light-dark spectrum and finding one's inner child in the darkness. The post Urban Heat: Dark Like Me appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
Trailer: (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen 05.09.2024 1:06
In (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen host Laurie Gallardo simply asks one question of her guests: What is the darkness to you? Or, what is dark to you? The season launches on Thursday, September 12th. The post Trailer: (SPF 1000) Vampire Sunscreen appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts .
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