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#244: Richard Shepard and the Best Movies of 2025

January 8, 2026

Scott Lucas, Gabe Rodriguez, Ben Reiser, and director Richard Shepard discuss their favorite films of 2025, with Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" emerging as a consensus top pick. Shepard shares stories about his career, including making documentaries about John Cazale and his own cinematic journey documented in "Film Geek," rescuing "The Linguini Incident" from obscurity, and working with David Bowie who met his wife Iman on that troubled production.

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🤘 Iron Maiden

#205: William Goldsmith

January 22, 2025

In this episode of the Lifers podcast, Scott Lucas, Gabe Rodriguez and Ben Reiser interview Will Goldsmith, drummer of the influential band Sunny Day Real Estate. Goldsmith discusses the band's early days, getting signed to Sub Pop, their breakup and recent reunion, his drumming influences, and working with bassist Greg Saran. The hosts also discuss the recent passing of filmmaker David Lynch and share their favorite music moments from Lynch's films.

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#139: Halloween ll: Stans For Satan

October 13, 2023

The episode discusses songs involving Satan or the devil. The hosts and guests each take turns picking songs that fit this theme, with some rules and restrictions in place. They discuss and debate the various songs chosen, ranging from classic rock and metal tracks to more obscure selections.

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🎸 Replacements

#87: Mike Alonso

October 14, 2022

Mike Alonso, drummer for bands including Flogging Molly, Electric Six, and Five Horse Johnson, discusses his long music career touring and recording with various rock acts. Alonso shares anecdotes about touring with bands like Dio and Motörhead in the 90s, his love of horror movies, and the importance of playing with great musicians who inspire him to keep performing.

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#85: Road Report #12: Lost Highway

September 30, 2022

The podcast episode discusses Scott, Gabe and Ben's experiences and conversations while Scott and Gabe are driving on tour with their band. They cover various topics including movies, music, Judaism, and stories from past tours, interspersed with humorous banter and observations.

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#83: Road Report #10

September 16, 2022

Scott Lucas and Gabe Rodriguez of the band Local H discuss life on the road while touring to support their album Here Comes the Zoo. They reminisce about pulling a trailer, popping tires, and the long drives between cities. The band is currently traveling as a three-piece with Dave Lugo. Scott and Gabe also discuss the writing and recording of the 25-minute epic track "What Would You Have Me Do?" which closes out the album.