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Heavy Metal Philosophy

An exploration of philosophy with heavy metal themes. The intersection between the dark, powerful, and introspective. Tune in every Tuesday!

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12:41

#255: Megadeth's Final Album Is A Harbinger of The...

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2026/01/27

In episode 255 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas explains how Megadeth's retirement is a sign of the decline of heavy metal. Who is next to retire? Judas Priest? Iron Maiden? Metallica? Who will take up the mantle and carry the torch for the next generation of heavy metal bands? What happens to a sub-genre when all of it's standard bearers leave a vacuum? Let me know what you think in the comments!Dave Mustaine Book:https://amzn.to/49IQ5JrGet Heavy Metal Philosophy

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19:39

#254: The Real Reason Bandcamp BANNED AI Music But...

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2026/01/20

In episode 254 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas breaks down the AI music policies of Bandcamp versus Spotify. We then analyze how payment incentives shape each company's stance on generative AI Music. These factors help explain why each company has different rules concerning AI music. Are you happy or angry that Bandcamp banned AI Music? Let me know in the comments.Stephen Brewer 'Beyond

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16:48

#253: The Core Kids Are Starting To Agree With Me!?

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2026/01/13

In episode 253 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas reacts to "10 Modern Metal Trends That Need To Stop In 2026" by MetalBIRB. We made a lot of these same criticisms about modern metal and metalcore a little over year ago. It looks like the core kids are starting to agree with me. Let me know what you think!MetalBIRB's video;https://youtu.be/7cmEcXP8XSg?si=6z0hQQ1xFByy7CN1Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy

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11:29

#252: The Five Best Oddball Albums of 2025!

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2026/01/06

In episode 252 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite metal albums that don't fit the normal criteria. This is the episode where we go outside the normal parameters. You know we like it weird here! My favorite oddball metal albums of 2025!Get a Sandbar for your calloused hands!https://amzn.to/3L9irD7Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Bands;Messa - https://messa.bandcamp.com/album/the-spinPsychonaut -

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13:42

#251: The Five Best Progressive Metal Albums of 2025!

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2025/12/30

In episode 251 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite extreme progressive metal albums of 2025. This is an extreme metal show, and thus my progressive picks are also extreme... and beautiful. Let me know what you think!Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Bands;Impureza - https://impureza.bandcamp.com/album/alc-zaresDawn of Ouroboros - https://dawnofouroboros.bandcamp.com/album/bioluminescenceAn Abstract Illusion -

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#250: Ten Best Death Metal Albums of 2025!

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2025/12/23

In episode 250 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite black metal albums of 2025, but the title says ten right? This week I am joined by a mystery guest who is also bringing their top 5, which will be radically different from mine. It's a double dose of death metal! Tell us what you think.Bands;Empty Throne - https://emptythroneofficial.bandcamp.com/album/unholyDormant Ordeal - https://dormantordeal.bandcamp.com/album/tooth-and-nailYotuma -

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11:20

#249: The Five Best Black Metal Albums of 2025!

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2025/12/16

In episode 249 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite black metal albums of 2025! For my tastes I prefer my black metal on the more artistic side versus the raw primal side. This list will reflect my tastes, but fret not... there will be plenty of evil.December Book Recommendation;https://amzn.to/4aishwyGet Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Bands;Lamp of Murmuur -

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12:46

#248: Top 5 Best Thrash Metal Albums of 2025!

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2025/12/09

In episode 248 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is counting down his five favorite thrash metal albums of 2025! The big guns brought their A game this year. We've got ripping thrash albums from legends and young blood alike. It was a good year for thrash metal, let me know what your favorites were in the comments!Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Bands;Graveripper - https://graveripper.bandcamp.com/album/from-welkin-to-tundraStruck A Nerve -

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22:41

#247: The Best Deathcore And Modern Metal Of 2025!

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2025/12/01

In episode 247 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas votes in the 2025 Nik Nocturnal Awards. There are numerous categories spanning breakdowns, metalcore, deathcore, hardcore, modern metal, and even some extreme metal like death metal and black metal. Plus we are nominated for Best Metal Content! See who I voted for and tell me where you voted differently!Vote in the 2025 Nik Nocturnal Awards here;https://nocturnalawards.com/Get Heavy Metal Philosophy

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19:30

#246: Is Metal Music REALLY Dying?

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2025/11/25

In episode 246 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas breaks down Rick Beato's latest rant about Heavy Metal's declining popularity. What did Rick Beato get right? What did he get woefully wrong? Is metal really on the decline or are times just different? Let me know what you think!Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube:

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16:54

#245: The Truth About AI Music Topping Charts Nobody...

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2025/11/18

In episode 245 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas breaks down the scam that someone used to land an AI song as number 1 on a Billboard chart. Will metal music be next to have AI music on the charts? Then we compare that scam to big business scams in order to make one final argument about the use of AI in art.Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube:

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20:07

#244: Unmasked: Which Metal Bands Are Artists And...

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2025/11/11

In episode 244 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas compares the practices of masked bands like Slipknot, Ghost, Sleep Token, President, Gwar, Mudvayne, Gaerea, Dogma, and more to figure out which bands are wearing masks for artistic reasons and which ones are exploiting their musicians. It's not an easy answer, well... except in one case. Join the conversation!Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy

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26:36

#243: Agnostic Front Explains The Real History of...

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2025/11/04

In episode 243 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Roger Merit of Agnostic Front to chat about the band's history, their new album Echoes In Eternity, and what he thinks about the current generation of hardcore punk bands like Knocked Loose and Turnstile. Agnostic Front links;https://www.agnosticfront.com/Get Roger's Book;https://withtimethebook.com/Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy

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16:10

#242: Why Are Metalheads Hostile Towards Rap?!

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2025/10/28

In episode 242 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas explores why some metalheads harbor such hatred for rap and hip-hop music. There's one obvious answer that we won't spend too much time on, because the other reasons are much more interesting. Join the conversation!Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube:

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43:00

#241: A Deep South Asian Metalhead Responds To Andrew...

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2025/10/21

In episode 241 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas responds to Andrew Lee's video essay titled "How Heavy Metal Upholds White Supremacy." As an Asian metalhead growing up in the deep south of America, a lot of what Andrew pointed out resonated with me, but some of my experiences were different than his. Those difference might be illuminating. Join in on the conversation!Andrew Lee's channel...www.youtube.com/@UCjv-NVVzWtu0f43lh7TQO-A Get Heavy Metal Philosophy

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30:11

#240: One Of The Most Underrated Thrash Bands Is Back...

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2025/10/14

In episode 240 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Tommy T. Baron of Coroner to discuss their triumphant return after thirty years! Coroner was considered one of the most technical and progressive thrash metal bands of the late 80s and early 90s before going on hiatus. After reuniting in 2011, the band still took another 10 years to release another record, and it's finally upon us! Join us as we chat about what took so long and what lengths the band went to in order to still sound

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32:08

#239: The Wildest Band Stunt That Paid Off Big Time!

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2025/10/07

In episode 239 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas recounts one of his favorite memories covering heavy metal shows. While covering a Behemoth and Arch Enemy show, a local Atlanta band called Silly Goose crashed the party and demanded to be heard. Now three years later they have a record deal, big tours, and a Grammy nominated producer who recorded their latest album 'Keys To the City'. Join us as we chat with Silly Goose about their gimmick and how it paid off.Silly Goose

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54:26

#238: Disney Made A Metal Documentary... And It's Good?!

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2025/09/30

In episode 238 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with the executive producers of Hulu docuseries 'Into The Void' and 'Dark Side of the Ring'. We chat how they got such a risque show on Disney owned Hulu, the darkness and the triumph of the metal stories they told, and why they chose the topics they did. From Randy Rhoads, Judas Priest, and Dimebag Darrell to more underground tales like NME, Wendy O Williams, and Confess, this series will educate novice and veteran metalheads

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64:44

#237: The Philosophy of Rivers of Nihil: The Work

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2025/09/23

In episode 237 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is traveling, so the good folks over at the Didn't Go Platinum Podcast were kind enough to let us repurpose Jon's appearance on that show. During this appearance, we discussed the meaning of Rivers of Nihil 'The Work.' Consequently, Albert Camus came up. What is the meaning of work? Join us and find out!Subscribe to Didn't Go Platinum

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24:51

#236: The Power Of Community: How Metal Scenes Keep...

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2025/09/16

In episode 236 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas recounts a big lesson he learned this weekend. Our country seems more divided than ever, but a local charity gig restored some faith in humanity. Plus a bit of backstory about Jon's past music career. Join us for some fond reflections and much needed positivity. Get Heavy Metal Philosophy Merch!https://jonbarbas-shop.fourthwall.com/Heavy Metal Philosophy Contact;https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTube:

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