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Facts & Tracks From the Rock & Roll Almanac Aug 01, 2025

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Author Andrew Craneman spent 15+ years compiling over 70 years of music history into The Rock And Roll Almanac: A Day-By-Day Journey Through 70 Years of Legendary Music History, and he’s sharing how and why he did it! Andrew explains how a random discovery about the death of Snot’s frontman on December 11th, 2008 sparked the idea for the book, and how it evolved from a blank Word doc to a 2751-entry deep dive into rock & roll lore! He talks about growing up in Finland, falling in love with Blue Öyster Cult before he could speak English, and why Metallica’s Load was such a pivotal first CD. He shares stories about the research process, the fun and the grind of self-publishing, and how he decided what made the cut—including Keith Moon’s most outrageous moments, Temple Of The Dog’s surprising origins, and what didn’t make it in (but will in his follow-up Heavy Metal Almanac). Plus, Andrew and Jericho geek out on classic rock birthdays, band anniversaries, and what happened today in music history!

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Pamela Anderson & Liam Neeson Get Naked Jul 31, 2025

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Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson join for a hilarious and revealing conversation about their new film The Naked Gun (in theaters THIS FRIDAY 8/1/25)! Liam opens up about stepping into the legendary role of Frank Drebin Jr., following in the footsteps of fellow Canadian Leslie Nielsen, and why now was the perfect time for some classic slapstick comedy. Pamela talks about her unexpected journey from Baywatch to Broadway to jazz-scat solos in The Naked Gun, and how this film represents a major career resurgence for her. They also dive into working with director Akiva Schaffer, what drew them to this zany script, and filming with a homicidal snowman! Plus, The Last Showgirl, Canadian humor, and why playing it serious is the secret to being funny.

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Samoa Joe's Twisted Metal Sweet Tooth Jul 30, 2025

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Samoa Joe is Sweet Tooth, literally. The former AEW World Champion talks season 2 of Peacock’s hit action-comedy Twisted Metal, where he physically embodies the iconic ice-cream truck-driving killer clown, while Will Arnett provides the voice. Joe dives into how his pro wrestling background helped shape the body language, timing, and emotional expression needed to bring Sweet Tooth to life behind the mask, and how wrestling legends like Jushin Thunder Liger and Rey Mysterio inspired his physical performance. He talks about his wild audition tape, the adrenaline-fueled stunt work on set, and the unlikely chemistry between him and Arnett. Joe also reflects on his AEW run – from working with Hook, Shibata, and Will Hobbs, to his signature “walk away” moment that broke the internet. He discusses his departure from WWE, what went wrong (and right) during his two runs there, and why his match with Brock Lesnar remains one of his favorites. And of course, there’s talk of TNA, ROH, Kurt Angle, William Regal, and the incredible journey that brought Joe to this moment—wielding machetes in post-apocalyptic ice cream trucks and dropping promos like a boss!

Twisted Metal Season 2 debuts Thursday, July 31st on Peacock! https://peacocktv.com

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Carla & Charlie Get Sick with The Violent Hour Jul 25, 2025

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Carla Harvey and Charlie Benante make their first joint-appearance on TIJ to talk all about their new EP, The Violent Hour! Carla shares what it’s been like to rediscover her singing voice after years fronting Butcher Babies, and why this EP is both a personal and creative rebirth. Charlie explains how the project came together, how he ended up playing every instrument on the record, and why it reminds him of working with John Bush in Anthrax. They break down the stories behind songs like “Sick Ones,” “Hell or Hollywood,” and their Loretta Lynn cover “Portland Oregon,” working with John 5, and why Carla felt called to form an all-female live band. Plus, they share their incredible experience at Back To The Beginning – Ozzy Osbourne’s final show in Birmingham – where Charlie pulled double duty behind the kit, and Carla fan-girl’ed backstage with Steven Tyler and Ronnie Wood. You’ll also hear about their shared passion for art, and Guns N’ Roses, and Charlie gives a sneak-peak at the plans for Anthrax’s upcoming new studio album, and the expanded Pantera set list!

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Say Hello To The Bad Guys – How the NWO Changed Pro Wrestling 4 Life Jul 23, 2025

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Marc Raimondi, ESPN journalist and author of the explosive new book Say Hello To The Bad Guys and Wrestling Observer’s Garrett Gonzalez break down how the nWo didn’t just change pro wrestling, it changed pop culture, and America itself. From the night Hulk Hogan turned heel and aligned with Kevin Nash and Scott Hall to Eric Bischoff’s bold vision for WCW Nitro, they detail the real-world impact of wrestling’s most iconic heel faction. Marc shares behind-the-scenes stories from his interviews with Kevin Nash, Eric Bischoff, and Scott Hall’s family, and explains why the nWo’s rise parallels the evolution of reality TV, hip hop culture, and even modern political theater. They talk about the build-up of Sting, the impact of Hogan’s full creative control, Sean Waltman’s “political” firing, Bret Hart, Goldberg, and why 1997 Starrcade was the beginning of the end of WCW.

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Rudy Sarzo Goes Back To The Beginning with Ozzy Jul 18, 2025

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Rudy Sarzo returns to relive one of the biggest honors of his career - performing at Back To The Beginning, the all-star tribute to Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne at Birmingham’s Villa Park. Rudy shares how Tom Morello recruited him for the show, what it was like playing nine songs alongside icons like Ronnie Wood, Steven Tyler, Travis Barker, Chad Smith, Nuno Bettencourt, and Papa Emeritus IV from Ghost, and the emotion of seeing Ozzy perform live one final time. He also takes it back to his earliest days with Ozzy and Randy Rhoads - sharing the wild story of his audition, getting gifted stage clothes straight from Ozzy’s closet, and touring the world as part of one of the most powerful rock lineups of all time. He has tales of Roquefort cheese pranks on-the-road chaos, lessons learned directly from Sharon Osbourne, and of course details about the tragedy of losing Randy Rhoads that changed everything,

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System Of A Daron - Malakian Talks SOAD, Scars & Stadiums Jul 16, 2025

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System Of A Down guitarist and songwriter Daron Malakian returns to talk about the new Scars On Broadway album Addicted To Violence, out July 18th (his birthday)! He deep dives into his songwriting process, including the wild origin of “Chop Suey,” why he prefers writing songs over shredding solos, and how Scars gives him the creative freedom and outlet SOAD no longer provides. Daron shares stories from System’s sold-out stadium tour of South America, his pride in the band’s Armenian heritage, and what it feels like to headline in front of 60,000 fans after two decades without new music. He also nerds out over pro wrestling, breaking down his love for AEW’s Timeless Toni Storm (watch the video) and Will Ospreay, plus WWE's Gunther and Chad Gable – and how wrestling directly influenced his own onstage persona. Plus, he has stories from Ozzfest, the Sunset Strip, and why he calls himself an “accidental guitar player.”

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PeeWee’s Podhouse – An Inside Look Into the Genius of Paul Reubens Jul 11, 2025

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The new HBO documentary Pee-wee As Himself takes a revealing look at the life and legacy of Paul Reubens. Two of Paul’s closest friends, David Arquette and actor/professional wrestler RJ Skinner (aka AEW’s RJ City), join share their own personal memories and stories about Paul. From Paul’s obsession with lava lamps to his intense creative control over projects and his love of pro wrestling, David and RJ open up about the private world Paul kept tightly guarded. They talk about his frustrations with the documentary process, his final months battling illness, and his uncanny ability to turn everyday oddities into performance art. They have great stories involving David Bowie, Katy Perry, Donald Sutherland, Andy Warhol, and Paul Reubens’ infamous mugshot goatee!

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Saraya: From Barbie to Bratz Doll Jul 09, 2025

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Saraya returns to share the raw, unfiltered truth behind her new memoir Hell In Boots: Clawing My Way Through Nine Lives. From surviving a rough-and-tumble childhood as part of a wrestling dynasty family to breaking barriers in WWE, and rediscovering happiness post-AEW, Saraya opens up about everything – fame, trauma, addiction, healing, and the power of telling your story. She talks candidly about ghostwriting mishaps, confronting dark moments from her past, and why she rewrote the entire book herself. You’ll hear tales about her two infamous WWE tryouts, her WWE debut where she defeated AJ Lee for the Divas Championship, getting advice from The Rock, and how a chance backstage moment at Wrestlemania ultimately changed her life. She also shares her future plans which include acting, a possible return to wrestling next year, and maybe even a second book!

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We’re An American Band – The Greatest Rockers In US History Jul 04, 2025

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It’s a July 4th celebration of American rock & roll with the Pod of Thunder crew - Andy, Nick, and Chris L.! They’re diving into their personal picks for the greatest American bands of all time, but this isn’t a countdown. It’s a passionate, no-rules discussion covering everyone from Van Halen, KISS, Aerosmith, and ZZ Top to the B-52s, the Beach Boys, Journey, Metallica, and the Ramones. They’re sharing personal stories, swapping favorite songs, trading trivia, and even giving props to under-the-radar icons like Black Flag, Faith No More, and the Commodores. Do you agree with their picks? Let us know in the comments (and please leave 5 stars while you’re there)!

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