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The Big Truth Podcast

Big Truth : Anthropologist, Custom Motorcycle Builder, and Podcaster

In this podcast Big Truth interviews interesting people who live and breathe outside the mainstream conventional box. The tone of each episode can range from casual conversation to life history style interviews. The show is fun, educational, inspirational and explores different views on contemporary topics as well as highlights alternative career paths. Big Truth is an Anthropologist, custom motorcycle builder, laser tattoo removal specialist, ex-radio DJ, punk rock/hardcore vocalist, and now

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01:55:49

#40 - Dave Wedge : Author / Journalist

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/11/25

In this episode Truth talks with Dave Wedge, a New York Times bestselling author and former journalist for the Boston Herald. The two discuss Dave’s background / career path, writing, journalism, his books, storytelling, covid, utilizing the shutdowns to develop new skills, cults, music, and more! More about Dave: Dave Wedge is a New York Times bestselling author and writer based in Boston. He has co-authored four books with Casey Sherman, including "Boston Strong: A City's Triumph Over Tragedy,"

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01:40:41

#39 - M-Dot : MC / Producer / Engineer

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/11/18

In this episode Truth talks with M-Dot – an award winning Boston-based hip-hop artist, songwriter, producer, and engineer. The two discuss music, covid, utilizing the shutdowns to develop new skills, the importance of having a strong work ethic / professionalism / motivation / hustle, paying dues, being business minded in the music industry, inspiration, tour stories, and more! For more info: IG: @ mdotboston Youtube: M-Dot Boston As always, please hit the subscribe button if you like and support

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01:08:13

#38 - Manesh Girn : The Psychedelic Scientist

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/11/11

In this episode Truth talks with Manesh Girn – The Psychedelic Scientist! The two discuss the therapeutic applications of psychedelics (namely mushrooms / psilocybin, DMT, LSD), as well as an overview of past and present clinical research that has been conducted on them. Manesh is currently a PhD student in Neuroscience at McGill University and has been lead or co-author on over a dozen scientific publications and book chapters on topics including psychedelics, meditation, daydreaming, and the

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03:14:38

#37 - Al Barr : The Bruisers / Dropkick Murphys

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/11/04

In this episode Truth talks with Al Barr – vocalist for The Bruisers and Dropkick Murphys The two discuss Al’s history, music, influences, tour stories, the craziness around finding out he only has one vocal cord and how he’s dealt with that, the covid pandemic and how it’s affecting the music industry and American small business, how divided the country is, the importance of freedom and hope – and how they’re being taken, the pervasiveness of fear and negativity in the mainstream media, the

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02:09:37

#36 - Terry Shanks : Bladesmith

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/10/28

In this episode, Truth talks with Terry Shanks – a renowned bladesmith and purveyor of nefarious wares from Ft. Worth, Texas... The two discuss Terry’s background, the processes involved in handcrafting / forging knives and other street weaponry, the importance and coolness of handmade art and craftsmanship, finding inspiration, not being able to work for other people, paying dues, the polarization of the country, music, choppers / motorcycles, learning how to run a business, personal freedom, and

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03:10:51

#35 - Johnny Rioux : The Bruisers / Street Dogs

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/10/21

In this episode, Truth talks with Johnny Rioux – a music man who has played bass for punk/Oi! legends such as The Bruisers, Street Dogs, Roger Miret & The Disasters, Mike Ness, Cowboi!, and more - he has also worked in the industry behind the scenes as a music producer, roadie, tour manager, etc… The two discuss Johnny’s history, music, his past musical projects as well as current projects (i.e. True Intentions and Honor Culture), covid madness, issues with mainstream news, the state of and current

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02:32:27

#34 - Hoya Roc : Madball / Casa De Roc / The Smokin Word

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/09/30

In this episode, Truth talks with Hoya Roc of the legendary New York Hardcore band Madball (as well as Dmize, Hazen Street, and True Union). Hoya also has a clothing company called Casa De Roc, and is the host of The Smokin Word Podcast… The two discuss Hoya’s history, covid craziness, staying away from mainstream news, utilizing the shutdowns to work and focus on music and creative projects, finding motivation and getting healthy, the importance of family, gaining perspective from traveling the

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01:53:49

#33 - Zac Doom : Heavy Clothing

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/09/23

In this episode, Truth talks with Zac Doom of Heavy Clothing The two discuss Zac’s history, the story behind Heavy, paying dues in underworld subcultures, choppers / music (punk, hardcore, metal) / tattoos – and when all these scenes were sketchy & dangerous, kustom kulture and OG innovators like Tom Fugle, Zac's recovery from West Nile Virus, and more!! For more info: IG: @heavyclothing http://www.heavy.bigcartel.com As always, please hit the subscribe button if you like and support what we do

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01:23:33

#32 - Jeff Holt : V-Twin Visionary

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/09/16

In this episode, Truth talks with Jeff Holt of V-Twin Visionary. The two discuss Jeff’s history, his move from California to Arizona, the motorcycle industry, his time as editor of Street Chopper, Hot Bike, & Baggers magazines, the story behind his company V-Twin Visionary, v-twin performance modifications & testing new products, covid and its’ effects on the motorcycle / aftermarket parts industry, some of the new Harley Davidson models, the natural overlap of punk rock/hardcore music and

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02:28:09

#31 - Ian McFarland : The Godfathers of Hardcore /...

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/09/09

In this episode, Truth talks with Ian McFarland – story teller, filmmaker/editor/director/producer for Ian McFarland films, bassist for Blood for Blood, and kale growing master! The two discuss Ian’s background and history, his passion for film/video/story telling, an inside walk-through of the creation and release process of his award-winning feature documentary “The Godfathers of Hardcore” (which is centered on Roger Miret and Vinnie Stigma of the legendary New York hardcore band Agnostic Front),

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01:37:36

#30 - Warren Lee : Pitchfork / Dabghanistan Podcast

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/09/02

In this episode, Truth talks with Warren Lee – co-owner of Pitchfork Hardwear (clothing company & record label), his time as a roadie/guitar tech/stage manager for Slayer and other bands (VOD, Biohazard, Madball, H2O, Sick of it All, Hatebreed, etc), co-host of the Dabghanistan Podcast, and former bassist of 25 ta Life and other bands The two discuss Warren’s background and history, music (metal, hardcore, punk) and the nuances between those genres and scenes, his bands, how he got started as a

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03:11:23

#29 - Mike Flynn : Luthier / Black Hole Guitars

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/08/26

In this episode, Truth talks with Mike Flynn – a trained luthier (someone that builds strings instruments) who owns Black Hole Guitars in Westfield, MA – where he repairs/services/builds guitars. Mike is a veteran of the punk/hardcore/metal scenes – and has played in bands such as: Last In Line, Out Cold, Low Form, The Prowl, etc – and has also worked as a touring guitar tech for Killswitch Engage and The Hold Steady. The two discuss Mike’s background and history, music, BMX riding, skateboarding,

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02:08:36

#28 - Tye Tonkin : Sanda Fighting Arts

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/08/19

In this episode, Truth talks with Tye Tonkin – owner and head coach at Sanda Fighting Arts in Watertown, MA. The two discuss Tye’s background and history in martial arts, opening a new business/gym amidst the covid pandemic and shutdowns, Tye's philosophy on integrating aspects of traditional martial arts / Kung Fu into combat sports such as Sanda (Chinese kickboxing), and Shuai Jiao (Chinese wrestling) especially in regards to practical fighting applications, competition and MMA. They also discuss

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02:30:55

#27 Chopper Dave : Motorcycle Builder / Parts...

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/08/12

In this episode, Truth talks with his old friend Chopper Dave of Chopper Dave’s Casting Co. in Hawaiian Gardens, California. The two discuss Dave’s history in the custom motorcycle world, working at custom shops (West Coast Choppers, etc), the pros and cons of working for yourself / having your own shop, shop feng shui, the connection between punk / hardcore / metal / thrash, skateboarding, tattoo, and motorcycle subcultures, mourning the loss of motorcycle / hot rod magazines, casting custom

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03:26:12

#26 - Chris Pittman : Ancient Aliens / Bridgewater...

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/08/05

In this episode, Truth talks with Chris Pittman – a Massachusetts based paranormal investigator, historian, amateur archaeologist, as well as vocalist for the punk band “Who Killed Spikey Jacket”. Chris has a long history of studying UFO’s (personally and with MUFON) and paranormal phenomena. He’s known for his historical contributions to, and appearances on, the TV show “Ancient Aliens” as well as the documentary film, “The Bridgewater Triangle”. He has also lectured extensively and

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03:16:53

#25 - Big Nick : Industry Customs

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/07/29

In this episode, Truth talks with his old friend Big Nick of Industry Customs in San Marcos, California. The two discuss Nick’s history in the custom motorcycle world, moving from NY to California, the ups and downs of owning/operating a custom motorcycle shop, tools, Nick’s brush with death, his $1,500 panhead, Covid, and more! For more info: IG: @industrycustoms As always, please hit the subscribe button if you like and support what we do! You'll get early access to new episodes! Also please

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01:55:42

#24 Stress : DJ / Producer / Vocalist / Photographer

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/07/22

In this episode, Truth hangs with Stress – Philadelphia area DJ (Lordz of Brooklyn, Reef the Lost Cauze, OuterSpace, Freddy Madball, Danny Diablo, and more), producer, musician, studio engineer, vocalist in the Thrash metal band “Activate”, and photographer. He’s produced songs for Ghostface Killah (Wu-Tang Clan), Tyga, Gym Class Heroes, Good Charlotte, Rancid / Tim Armstrong, and more! The two discuss Stress’s history, music, the state of the music industry for artists nowadays, flipping

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02:36:41

#23 - Jesse Leach : Killswitch Engage / Times of...

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/07/15

In this episode, Truth talks with Jesse Leach – singer for Killswitch Engage, as well as other bands such as Times of Grace, The Weapon, Dead Trees, Seemless, Corrin, and more! The two discuss Jesse’s history, music, his bands, the benefits of moving outside the city, recharging during the covid shutdowns, political partisanship in music - especially punk rock, the divisive nature of politics, media, and the country right now, the paranormal, and more! For more info: IG: @jesse_d_leach /

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02:32:44

#22 Lord Willin : MC / Actor

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/07/01

In this episode, Truth hangs with Lord Willin – Providence, RI based rapper, musician and actor. The two discuss Lord Willin’s history, music, parallels between the hip-hop and punk/hardcore music scenes, working security jobs, music venues, martial arts, the covid virus and the resulting quarantine / shutdowns, conspiracy stuff, slanted corporate media, changes in American society/life, corporate scumbaggery and lobbying, how the middle class is being crushed, the divisive political climate,

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02:45:57

#21 - Mark Civitarese : The Unseen / Ashers / Tenebrae

The Big Truth Podcast ·

2020/06/24

In this episode, Truth interviews Mark Civitarese – singer for the Boston punk band The Unseen. He’s also played in other bands such as Ashers and Tenebrae. The two discuss Marks history, music, his bands, work, the pro’s and cons of owning your own business, private space travel... and then get into the weirdness like UFO’s, paranormal activity, psychics, sleep paralysis, parallel universes, psychedelics, and so on… For more info: IG: @mark_unseen As always, please hit the subscribe button

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