Sun, 1 May 2016
This month we are talking about the controversial website Gothic.life, we are discussing racism and homophobia in the goth scene, and we are reviewing the new album from Direct Attack. For the philosophy corner we are talking with film critic David Canfield about the horror genre and its impact on modern society. Our guest this month is Zakkarrii, of Living the Strange Life. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. News: -Getting Into Goth 4:55 -Racism and Homophobia in the Goth Scene 35:04 -Why Millennials Won't go to Clubs Anymore 1:21:17 Album Review: 1:44:39 Direct Attack - Lapsed Catholic
Philosophy Corner: 2:01:40 This month we are talking to Dave Canfield, Chicago horror movie critic, about the psychology behind horror, and its relationship with culture. You can find his new podcast HumanSide, over on Twitch Film. You can get the book, Satanic Panic: Pop-Cultural Paranoia in the 1980s, that Dave contributed to HERE. Here is a bonus video for you! If you want more content like this, you can get it by subscribing on Patreon. You can watch the bonus video here on YouTube.
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Fri, 1 April 2016
Welcome to episode 29 of Cemetery Confessions! On this month’s episode we are talking about self identity and leaving the goth subculture, we have some movie news, and we are review the new album from Espermachine. For the philosophy corner, we speak with Emma about her doctorate research on the goth scene, it’s aesthetics, and what keeps members a part of the culture into old age. Our guest this month is Xavier! You can find his projects here:
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Conversation about the Belgium Goth Scene 1:10 News: 18:01 12 Ways to Survive as an Ex-Goth Quick News: 1:01:47 -Trash and Vaudeville moving Album Review: 1:14:00 Philosophy Corner: 1:30:24 We are interviewing Emma tonight about socio-aesthetic experiences of culture, cultural history, viewing goth as a culture rather than subculture, and the sociology of design; specifically how that translates into communities of belonging especially among goths. Emma is now undertaking a PhD as a participant researcher. She recently conducted the largest ever survey about goth, among participants of the culture for that very project, which is titled Just a Phase? Goth subculture as an identity constant beyond youth. |
Wed, 2 March 2016
This month we are going to spend a lot of time talking about music, its relevance in the goth scene today, some of the history and evolution of the genre, and some of our favorite albums. We are going to review the newest album from the band Savages, and at the end of the show, we have an interview with The Blogging Goth, in which we discuss the concept of hate crimes, the goth scene in England, and WGW among other topics. Our guests this month are Michelle and Trae! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. ~Our Favorite Albums 2:00 News: -Traditional Goth is Dead, Long Live Modern Goth 26:57 Album Review: 1:42:15 Interview: We sit down with Tim Sinister over at The Blogging Goth, to talk about elitism, WGW, hate crimes, goth culture in England, and other hot topics. Sinister Suggestions: 2:51:42 |
Sun, 31 January 2016
Welcome to episode 27 of Cemetery Confessions! On this month’s episode we explore why teenagers don’t feel the need to rebel, and how that plays into subculture movements, we hear an argument against goths appreciating Halloween, and we take a look at goth taught us about feminism. We have a review of the new album from Zotz, and for the philosophy corner, we are taking a look at vampires and their influence on and reflection of society and culture. Natalie Rose is our guest this month! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. ~Introductions~ News: -Teenagers No Longer Rebel 12:40 Quick News: -So Much Death 1:45:57 Album Review: Zotz - Amagura 1:54:23
Philosophy Corner: 2:14:37 Natalie walks us through the history of the vampire, the depth and breadth of the character, and the process with which to write your own vampire mythology. -More about GothCast 3:33:56 |
Sat, 2 January 2016
Since this month's episode of Cemetery Confessions is for Patreon members only due to the hiatus; I am sharing this wonderful interview that we did with Patrick at The Big Seance Podcast. For full show notes and links, head over to the Big Seance Post. |
Tue, 1 December 2015
Goths have a long standing tradition for being catty, gate keeping, drama queens, too pretentious for their own good. This month we embody that stereotype by competing for goth points, bitching about the internet, and even spend some time in the confessional box. Prepare for The Gothquisition! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Our Inquisitors:Andi Harriman, Zakkarii, Michelle, Aytakk, Mark and The Count The Surprise: Trap-Goth 9:38 Go Goth! 15:57 Goth Quiz 41:57 50 Shades of Tropigoth 1:01:00 Cemetery Confessions 1:18:37 Black on Black: The Contemporary Goth Fashion Scene 1:51:38 Listener Call in 2:22:32 ~Bloopers~ References: (in order of mention) Merlyn Munstun - The Beautiful Pizza |
Mon, 2 November 2015
Welcome to episode 24 of Cemetery Confessions! On this month’s episode we are talking about goths who sleep in coffins, new TV shows and movies, we are reviewing the newest album from IAMX, and we are taking a look at sex and sexuality in the goth scene. Our guests this month are Brit-El of Gothropology and Golde of Crystal Web Clothing. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Quick News: 6:48 -Coffin Sleeper Album Review: 12:42 Philosophy Corner: 29:32 This month we are covering the topic of sex as it relates to goth culture, scene and club culture, and its link to sexual expectations of the greater mainstream culture. Issues such as goth club environments, bisexuality, polyamory, and romance will be explored in the context of personal meaning, socialization, and the sociological perspective. My hope is that we can come away with a better understanding of ourselves as sexual creatures, the goth subcultures approach to the issue of sex and sexuality, and understand how outside influences can exert unforeseen influence on our sexual identities. Sources: Bloopers |
Mon, 12 October 2015
For this special episode we have a chat with Jillian Venters, aka The Lady of the Manners. Jillian is the author of the book, Gothic Charm School: An Essential Guide for Goths and Those Who Love Them, as well as the webmistress for the advice blog of the same name. On this episode we speak with her about some criticisms of her book, discuss the validity of neo-tribes such as health goth, and chat about various goth topics and general nerdery. Kickstarter: Fantasy Coloring Books |
Fri, 2 October 2015
Welcome to episode 23 of Cemetery Confessions! On this months episode we are talking about what is and isn’t respectful to do in a cemetery, and why young people don’t want to be part of subcultures. We are reviewing an album from Lycia, and for the philosophy corner we are talking about industrial music, misogyny, and where they intersect. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. For more information about the study proposing goths are more likely to be depressed or self harm, follow this link. News: 7:45 -Graveyard Workouts Album Review: 55:45 Philosophy Corner: 1:22:30 This month we are talking about misogyny/sexism as portrayed or perpetrated in industrial music, as well as gender roles, and the treatment of women within the music industry. We’ll talk about social and cultural effects, look at some specific examples of sexism, and discuss what responsibility adherents to the scene have. Sources: Sinister Suggestions: 3:06:11 -We Have a Technical Podcast |
Thu, 10 September 2015
For this special episode of Cemetery Confessions, we are speaking with Fred Berger of the creator of Propaganda magazine, "probably the only subculture publication known to just about every goth on the planet". We discuss the inception of the magazine, Fred's beautiful photography, what it means to be a provocateur, and more. To purchase back issues and other Propaganda paraphernalia, visit the Facebook Page. |