Cemetery Confessions: A Goth Talk Podcast
157 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 97 ratingsThe world's number 1 Goth talk podcast! We discuss news related to the goth experience with a different guest each month, exploring the history, music, literature, fashion and community of the culture. We also feature interviews with artists and academics, album, book and movie reviews, debates, drama and more!
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057: Material Goth
March 02, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBThis week we are talking about materialism and capitalist ideals in goth culture, reviewing the new album from Dead Astropilots, Second Life follow up, listener feedback around differentlyabled goths, some discussion about becoming pagan and more! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at [email protected] News: 2:09 -The Commercialization of Goth Album Review: 25:4...
056: Too Goth for Pop
February 16, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBThis week we are going to be discussing goth music, but more interestingly those sites of liminality and ambiguity where what we’ve come to know as goth music collides and makes love to pop and indie music. What effect has that had on culture and clubs both historically and today, and what does this mean for the future of the genre? In recent years we've seen an explosion of hard to classify acts that skirt the edge of goth culture and sound, bands such as chelsea wolfe, king dude, zola je...
055: Not Goth Enough
February 02, 2018 06:00 - 1 hour - 77.3 MBThis week we will be discussing why baby bats feel they don’t have what it takes to be goth and how that drives them to try and change it. We will be reviewing the new album from azar swan, discussing the goth scene in Second life, reading listener feedback and more. News: 3:00 Peter Murphy calls David Bowie a twit Not Goth Enough -The Goth Mindset -So You Want to Run a Goth Event Album Review: 35:50 Savage Exiles - Azar Swan Second Life: State of the Union 52:48 Listener Fe...
Bonus: The Birthday Party
January 17, 2018 20:02 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBGuest References: Hysteria Effect Band Page Rain Alt Model
053: The Gothquisition 3
December 14, 2017 16:30 - 2 hours - 86.8 MBPrepare your batholes, the Gothquisition has returned to judge the internet for its sins! Gothic Amino, Tumblr, Goth YouTube, and Killstar all take their turn in our dungeon. The Inquisitors also compete to decide who is the most cliche! Goth Points are earned and lost, pastel goths are tarred and feathered, and gatekeepers are put back on the pedestal. Grab your parasols; the shit is about to hit ye olde fan! Our Gothquisitioners are as follows: (in order of photo) Zakkarrii, Master Seam...
052: Goth Youtube
November 02, 2017 05:00 - 3 hours - 126 MBThis month we are discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly of aging in goth culture, we are reviewing the new album from Bootblacks, there will be a special guest appearance by Emz from HorrorAddicts.net,, and we are chatting about goths on YouTube, and the ethics and responsibility that comes along with that. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at [email protected]...
051: The Rise of Happy Gothic
October 02, 2017 05:00 - 2 hours - 119 MBThis month we are doing things a bit differently, and will be reviewing the book Post-Millennial Gothic: Comedy, Romance, and the Rise of Happy Gothic by Catherine Spooner. We will be discussing the impact Tim Burton, sparkly vampires, the creepy cute, Columbine, political discourse, Jillian Venters, and others have had on the cultural milieu of goth and the consumption of the Gothic in mainstream media. Our guests this month are Natalie and Trae! More Recommended books from this author...
050: Fetish and the Kinky Goth
September 02, 2017 18:28 - 2 hours - 99.3 MBThis month we are discussing what elements create a goth identity and how we define them, we review the new album from A Thousand Hours, and we dive into the world of BDSM and Kink as we explore how those lifestyles and symbols relate to and interact with goth culture. Our guest is Victor Moregore! News: 10:32 -Anyone Can be Goth -Homology Hypothesis -Goth Points Album Review: 1:01:54 -A Thousand Hours Philosophy Corner: 1:17:33 Goth has an older history with ...
049: Baby Bats
August 03, 2017 00:35 - 2 hours - 104 MBWelcome back to Cemetery Confessions! On this month's podcast we are talking about death, cemetery tourism and romanticized morbidity, we are reviewing the new album from Die Selektion, and we are going to cover a gambit of topics relating to identity, club culture, goth youtube, fashion, and music from the perspective of those who came to goth culture in the modern age. Our guests this month are Lennox, Shelby, and Lilith! News: 6:39 -Cemetery Tourism isn't Just for "Fat Goths" Albu...
048: Trans Visible Goths
July 02, 2017 04:56 - 2 hours - 111 MBWelcome to episode 43 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are talking about subverting gender norms and the role performative aesthetic plays in goth identity, we are reviewing the new album from Selofan, and we are talking about the trans experience within the context of goth culture. Our guests this month are patreon member Abigail and Aurora, who is an author and musician. News: 16:24 Flamboyant Darkness: Female Fronted Goth Bands Subvert Gender Norms Album Review: 1:13:18 ...
047: The Future of Goth
June 02, 2017 04:43 - 2 hours - 101 MBWelcome to episode 42 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are going to be chatting about whether or not the so called “subcategories” of goth are valid or useful, we are also talking about the future of horror as part of our crossover with the horroraddicts.net podcast, and finally we will be discussing the future of goth and what xenogoth has to offer. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You ...
046: We Had a Technical
May 02, 2017 05:00 - 3 hours - 134 MBWelcome to episode 41 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are chatting about growing up goth, the state of the scene, reviewing the new album from new today, we’ve got an interview with the guys from the We Have a Technical Podcast and we are hanging out with Angel from the Band Gild the Mourn. We also have the goth word of the month, sinister suggestions, and more! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or i...
045 - William Faith & Sarah Rose
April 02, 2017 20:33 - 2 hours - 90.4 MBWelcome to episode 40 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are chatting about the philosophy of goth, reviewing an album from Sixth June, and sitting down for a discussion about the state of the goth scene with William Faith and Scary Lady Sarah. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at [email protected] This month's guest is Dani of the band Chasing Alice! Goth Wo...
044 - Gothic Literature
March 02, 2017 06:02 - 2 hours - 99.3 MBWelcome to episode 39 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are discussing the history of Gothic Literature, its connection to goth, and how goth culture has been shaped by The Gothic. We also discuss the history of goth fashion, and the influence mainstream fashion trends have had on goth. Finally we are reviewing the newest album from Drab Majesty. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You can E...
043 - Goth Around the World pt. 2
February 02, 2017 06:23 - 2 hours - 113 MBWelcome to episode 38 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are covering an interesting article claiming to have defined goth, and finally we are continuing our long overdue goths around the world series with interviews from goths in Germany and Scotland! If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at [email protected] Our guests this month are Carol and Matthias. News: 1...
042 - Gothquisition 2
December 03, 2016 01:23 - 3 hours - 136 MBWelcome to the Gothquisition! I’ve assembled the goth cabal, a conclave of arrogant, elitist, gatekeeping, goth purists, prepared to bitch slap the internet and read you to filth. These are the kind of goths who read Baudelaire, drink absinthe, and spin Naked and the Dead on original vinyl, and that’s just for breakfast! Together they are a wealth of knowledge and glares that can reduce babybats to ash, and they’re here to set the internet straight. Special thanks to Real American Gamer fo...
041 - Clubs
November 02, 2016 05:00 - 2 hours - 114 MBWelcome to episode 36 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are discussing yet again if mainstream culture is destroying goth, we have an ostentatiously catty fight between Peter Murphy and Wayne Hussey, we are reviewing the new album from Pride and Fall and we are sitting down with several DJs to discuss the goth club experience and everything that goes along with it. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or ...
040 - The Internet vs. Goth
October 02, 2016 05:00 - 3 hours - 144 MBThis month we are focusing very specifically on the internet and its relation to goth. We are discussing what tumblr has to say about the death of subculture, we are reviewing the new album from the band Bitumen, and for we are going to breakdown goth’s storied history with the internet and explore what effect it may have had on cultural participation, and individual identity construction. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via ...
039 - Individuality vs. Conformity
September 02, 2016 05:01 - 3 hours - 138 MBWelcome to episode 34 of Cemetery Confessions! This month we are taking a retrospective on the last 40 years of goth, we are reviewing the new EP from Rendez-vous, and we are discussing the paradox of a goth identity, and what it means to be an individual within the context of a communal culture. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at [email protected] Our guests ...
038 - GothCast
August 02, 2016 17:00This month we are talking about the relationship between celebrities and goth, extremity of style in a heteronormative context, and the epistemology of goth culture and how that translates between generations. For the album review we are going to be chatting about some of our all time favorite records, and for the philosophy corner we are continuing our mini goth around the world series of interview. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the...
037 - Goth Around The World Pt 1
July 02, 2016 09:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBThis month we are talking about two instances of cultural commodification, a goth hate crime , scene drama, and we are reviewing the new album from winter severity index. Finally for the philosophy corner we are starting a short series on goth around the world by interviewing goths from Lituania and Puerto Rico, about their experience with the goth culture. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast app or iTunes. You...
036 - Aging in Youth Culture
June 02, 2016 05:01 - 2 hours - 120 MBWelcome to episode 31 of Cemetery Confessions! On this month’s episode we are talking about the lineage of deathrock music, the controversy over cemeteries at Whitby Goth Weekend, and we are sitting down for a chat with several lovely ladies about aging in the goth scene and what that looks like from a cultural and individual perspective. Our guests this month are Jez, Elizabeth, and Christine. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. You can subscribe to the sho...
035 - The Horror!
May 02, 2016 04:48 - 3 hours - 136 MBThis 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. You can subscribe to the show via our podcast a...
034 - Just a Phase?
April 02, 2016 04:25 - 2 hours - 94.7 MBWelcome 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: Kinderen van Moeder Aarde, YoutTube, The Mar...
033: The Blogging Goth
March 02, 2016 06:56 - 3 hours - 125 MBThis 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 sho...
032 - Vampires
February 01, 2016 04:07 - 3 hours - 177 MBWelcome 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! ...
031 - Ghosts, Goths, and Graveyards
January 02, 2016 06:58 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBSince 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.
030 - The Gothquisition
December 02, 2015 02:07 - 2 hours - 116 MBGoths 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. You can subscribe to the show via your podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at [email protected] Our Inquisitor...
029 - Gothic Sex
November 03, 2015 05:39 - 2 hours - 114 MBWelcome 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. You can subscribe to the show via your podcast app or iTunes. You can E-mail us at ...
Interview: Jillian Venters
October 12, 2015 20:11 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBFor 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 Gothic ...
027 - Misogyny and Industrial
October 02, 2015 05:42 - 3 hours - 134 MBWelcome 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. You can subscribe to the show via your podcast app or iTunes. For more information...
Interview: Fred Berger of Propaganda
September 10, 2015 16:24 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBFor 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.
025 - Goth's Loss of Mystery
September 03, 2015 04:58 - 3 hours - 150 MBOn this month's episode we are talking with guest podcaster Helmut about the Austrian goth scene and what the cultural similarities and differences are, we review the new album from Ashbury Heights, we discuss the mystery of goth and whether or not it's disappearing, and we close the show with sinister suggestions and audience e-mails. For Full Show Notes Go Here: http://www.TheBelfry.rip/blog/cemeteryconfessions22
Interview: Author of Some Wear Leather, Some Wear Lace
August 15, 2015 18:40 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBFor this special episode of Cemetery Confessions, we are interviewing Andi Harriman, the author of Some Wear Leather, Some Wear Lace, and giving you a review of the book afterwards. We speak with Andi about the death of goth, modern day deathrock, punk, and more. Buy the Book Here Facebook More About Andi
023 - Goth and the Media
August 02, 2015 01:59 - 2 hours - 107 MBOn this month’s episode we are talking about mainstream perceptions of goth, movie news, and a review of the new album from High-Functioning Flesh. For the philosophy corner we have guest Dr. Marjorie Yambor to talk about the importance of, and goths relationship with, the media. We also have listener feedback, sinister suggestions and more. For full show notes go here: http://thebelfry.rip/blog/cemeteryconfessions21
022 - Religion
July 04, 2015 06:51 - 3 hours - 133 MBOn this month’s episode we have guest Daniel Berkove-Hopkins of the industrial band The Lazarus Gene, we are talking about how goth is related to feminism, and cultural appropriation. We are reviewing the new album from She Past Away, and for the philosophy corner we are talking about religion with Daniel who has a degree in comparative religion. Full Show Notes and Time Stamps Can Be Found Here: http:thebelfry.rip/blog/2015/6/28/cemetery-confessions-20-religion
021 - Mental Illness
June 02, 2015 01:41 - 3 hours - 138 MBWelcome to episode 19 of Cemetery Confessions, on this episode we discuss how the age of social media has affected the subculture, the post punk era, happy goths, and punk rock. We are reviewing the new album from :Wumpscut:, and for the philosophy corner we are taking a look how to deal with, identify, and live with mental illness. You can view the full show notes here: http://www.thebelfry.rip/blog/2015/5/31/mental-illness-cemetery-confessions-019
020 - Goth Without a Scene
May 04, 2015 01:43 - 3 hours - 147 MBOn this month's episode we talk about public discrimination, if music has any meaning to the goth subculture, and why Peter Murphy is so arrogant. We are reviewing the new album from The Rezillos, and finally we talk about leaving the goth scene, and what it's like to be goth without social participation. Our guest this month is Moose, aka DJDirtyMessiah Thanks for supporting us on Patreon! 15:50 Big Announcment: The Belfry Network is not live on iTunes and the new website. 17:00 Wh...
019 - Are Goths Individuals + Music
April 19, 2015 03:28 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBOn this bonus episode, we talk about how to be an individual within a larger group, and we review the new album form Qntal.
018 - Subcultural Ideals
April 02, 2015 04:51 - 3 hours - 156 MBOn this month's show we talk about violence towards goths, we look at the early post punk era, we talk about cemetery desecration, happy goths, and play a game of Poe or goth lyric, and finally we talk about what we truly value as a subculture. Our guest this month is Samantha from YouTube! What are you drinking: -Black Butte 26 -Gothropology Commentary- News: -Goth hate crimes -Poe or goth lyric -25 things left behind from your mall goth phase -Old goth dies hard? Quick N...
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016 - Afro Goth
March 02, 2015 07:08 - 3 hours - 137 MBThis month we talk about becoming a goth at a late age, being goth in the 80’s, what to do if your parents reject you, and we have some movie and TV news. We review the new Blutengel album and for the philosophy corner we are talking about racism in and out of the goth scene. Email us: [email protected] Please visit our Patreon page and consider signing up for some awesome rewards! Our Guest: Our guest this month is Quincy aka DJ Venux We redefine goth. 20:00 News: ...
015 - Paranormal Activities
February 02, 2015 06:14 - 2 hours - 120 MBWe are back from our hiatus with our 1 year anniversary show! For news we discuss individuality and the hipster effect, we look at the history of goth, and talk about the evolution of the word goth and gothic. We review the newest album by L'ame Immortelle, and we explore the world of the paranormal with guest Sarah Darleen! Please visit our Patreon page and consider signing up for some awesome rewards! News: The Hipster Effect The Evolution of Goth Quick News: Crow Remake San...
014 - Gender Norms
December 03, 2014 05:10 - 3 hours - 135 MBThis month's episode we talk about alternative models, vampire erotica, and historical goths. We review the new Golden Apes album, and for our philosophy corner we discuss gender norms and ideals of beauty within goth culture. Our Guests: -Black Friday who's wonderful videos you can find on YouTube. -Mister Owl who you can find on tumblr. Make sure to subscribe on iTunes or Android to get the latest episodes as they release. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Pat...
013 - Hypocrisy and Other News
November 02, 2014 07:09 - 3 hours - 127 MBThis month we are focusing on going in depth with various news articles related to the culture. We also have an album review from Angelspit, some listener feedback and other witty banter. Our guests this month: -Skot from Leper who you can find on bandcamp and Grrr records. -DJ Gomez who you can find on Angst Projekt. Don't forget to check out the cool rewards you can get from our Patreon page. What are you drinking: Valar Morgulis - Ommegang News: Pastel Goth - Article 1 Artic...
012 - Fashion
October 03, 2014 06:18 - 2 hours - 112 MBWelcome to episode 11 of Cemetery Confessions! Don't forget to check out our Patreon page to start getting some awesome rewards! Our guest this month is fashion designer Jody Krevens! You can also find her Model Mayhem page here. On this months show we talk about leaving the scene, neo-tribes, club etiquette, goth fashion, and more! You can contact us at: [email protected] What Are You Drinking: -Apothic Dark -Oaktoberfest - Firestone Walker News: -Leaving the Goth L...
011 - Discrimination
September 02, 2014 00:43 - 2 hours - 125 MBWe have just launched our Patreon Page! You can receive awesome prizes and also support the podcast at the same time! Be sure to go have a look. What are you Drinking: -Warlock - Southern Tier News: What is wrong with goth? Health Goth QR headstones UK goth violence Quick News: R.I.P. Drew Bernstein Graveyard book adaptation Sandman fan film Universal pictures has aquired the rights to Anne Rices vampire chronicles A film about the life of Mary Shelly is in pre...
Interview with The Awakening
August 19, 2014 05:26 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBWelcome to a very special episode of Cemetery Confessions! On today's episode I interview Ashton Nyte of The Awakening, and Rose Mortem of Rose Mortem Clothing. We discuss the new album, the recent tour, why Peter Murphy is so frustrating, the state of the goth scene, advice for starting your own business, and a lot more. Also be sure to check out the new merchandise over at The Awakening's website.
09 - Demystifying Goth
August 02, 2014 03:43 - 2 hours - 88.9 MBThis months guest is Twigg, who runs the podcast, The Dark Light -Listener Feedback- What are you drinking: -120 Minute IPA - Dogfishead -Arctic Panzerwolf - 3 Floyds News: Ghetto Goth The State of Goth Cemetery Toilets Let's Goth Fly a Kite Dracula Untold Movie News Miscellanea Album Review: Devil-M - Revenge of the Antichrist Philosophy Corner: -Demystifying Goth- Sinister Suggestions: Goth Subreddit
08 - Goth Music
June 30, 2014 05:23 - 2 hours - 121 MBWelcome to Episode 8, the one about goth music! On today's show our special guest is DJ Gomez. Don't forget to like our Facebook Page! What are you Drinking: Butterfly Flashmob - Solemn Oath Brewery Beer Show News: Poems in the Cemetery Ghetto Gothic Cemetery Wedding Tumblr Goth Funeral Industry News Album Review: Peter Murphy - Lion Philosophy Corner: -Goth Music- Movie: Hellraiser - Revelations Sinsiter Suggestion: meagothy.com