This week on the LPP, we explore the songs and influences of Zeal & Ardor as they blend Norwegian black metal with American slave spirituals. Whether you‘re like Moksha and that makes you instantly excited or like Rod and need some convincing

262 – Self Care by Brown Calculus

Jul 3rd, 2018 1h 29m

This week on the LPP, the long awaited Portland episode featuring Freeform Portland DJ Joshua Justice. We dissect the Portland music scene, discuss the importance of Self-Care, and do some serious research on the Scooby-Doo Movie soundtrack.F

261 – Dads

Jun 19th, 2018 1h 12m

This week on the LPP, Rod and Moksha feature music that covers all things Dad. From happy to sad. From fatherly advice to fears of what sort of world we are bringing our children into. From sweet to…that one hilarious song about the guy that sl

X28 – Prestidigitation

Jun 12th, 2018 1h 24m

Mike Fallek joins us for a bonus episode of the LPP to share the track “Hi” by Hannah Diamond. We talk about the importance of being a showman, J-Pop/K-Pop, gaming, music video treatments, social media, and learn all about prestidigitation.Han

260 – Night Shift by Lucy Dacus

Jun 5th, 2018 1h 45m

This week on the LPP, Moksha’s former podcasting partner, Jesse finally gets his way and makes us dive into the vulnerable and emotionally honest music of Richmond-based singer-songwriter Lucy Dacus. Also on the episode, Rod continues to find r

259 – Alcohol by FIDLAR

May 23rd, 2018 1h 23m

This week on the LPP, we venture into the music scene of Rod’s home town of L.A. to explore the web of musical context surrounding the second generation punk royalty, FIDLAR. Rod tells us why the Planet Earth II series is worth your time even i

258 – Handshake by Suzanne Santo

May 15th, 2018 50m 37s

On this week’s episode of the LPP, former-podcast-member Denise returns to share a fiery track by Americana roots singer Suzanne Santo. Rod wants to spread knowledge through a magazine subscription and Denise urges you to support local artists.

257 – Andy Warhol’s Dream by Trevor Sensor

May 8th, 2018 1h 29m

Warning: This episode of the LPP contains high concentrations of philosophical discourse, existential angst, and absurdity. If you choose to disregard this warning you will be subjected to Midwestern philosopher-poet Trevor Sensor, L.A.-based

256 – Crime Scene Part One by The Afghan Whigs

May 1st, 2018 47m 53s

This week on the LPP, friend of the show Reece shares his love of all things Afghan Whigs and Mitsuru Adachi. Rod continues to alienate people with more HBO programming. And Moksha introduces us to some old-school plantation death metal courtes

255 – Domino (Time Will Tell) by Hiss Golden Messenger

Apr 24th, 2018 1h 8m

This week on the LPP, we delve into the heavyhearted happiness of Hiss Golden Messenger. Also, Rod puts a hex on his beloved Kings, just to get better ticket prices. Moksha tries his best to explain how gay space rocks are helping his daughter

254 – Pirate Jenny by Nina Simone

Apr 17th, 2018 46m 57s

On this week’s episode, Hinton McLeod and Rod set sail aboard the Black Freighter on a rescue mission for Pirate Jenny. We get our ass kicked by Japanese film R100, and we like it. And Rod does a terrible job of selling you on the new HBO serie

253 – Freakshow by Ghospoet

Apr 10th, 2018 1h 14m

On this week’s episode, we explore the haunting lyrics and shadowy, incorporeal rhythms of Ghospoet. Also on the episode, Rod realizes he may be sinking into a depressive funk and so discovers Love, through Netflix. The literary world of Ann Le

252 – Carnival by Mark Lanegan

Apr 3rd, 2018 1h 4m

This week, Jodie B. of the Po Boys Podcast guides us through Mark Lanegan’s “Carnival”. Roseanne Barr and John Goodman are back and lighter than ever. Friendly kid at Chick-fil-A shines a light on a divided nation. And Moksha introduces us to W

251 – Pick Up The Pieces by Curse of Lono

Mar 27th, 2018 55m 38s

On this week’s episode, we bring you “Pick Up the Pieces” by self-described cinematic southern gothic alt rockers Curse of Lono. Moksha presents us with a collection of clips of the band’s influences, and front man Felix Bechtolsheimer’s previo

250 – No Diggity by Blackstreet ft. Dr. Dre & Queen Pen

Mar 20th, 2018 44m 24s

On this week’s episode, special guest Miguel Diaz of Sofa Couch Media brings a pivotal song from his younger days, “No Diggity” by Blackstreet. Also on this episode: growing up in rural West Texas, “Grandma’s Hands” by Bill Whithers, misheard l

249 – Dream State by Son Lux

Mar 13th, 2018 52m 39s

Rod and Moksha give the 411 on the inner workings of their new collaboration, then Moksha takes us on a deep dive into the track “Dream State” by Son Lux, off 2018’s Brighter Wounds. We also get mildly political, and debut two new segments.Mo

248 – If We Were Vampires by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

Mar 6th, 2018 30m 15s

This week, Rod tries to keep you entertained all by himself with the song “If We Were Vampires” by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. He gives you the 411 on Jason Isbell, talks about Muscle Shoals, and loses train of thought about 10 different tim

247 – Brick Body Complex by Open Mike Eagle

Feb 27th, 2018 46m 35s

We pull Moksha Gren out of podcast retirement to help us do justice to Open Mike Eagle‘s “Brick Body Complex”. We get a brief history of Open Mike Eagle, share some historical facts about the Robert Taylor Homes, share our experiences with hip

246 – Emotional Haircut by LCD Soundsystem

Feb 13th, 2018 50m 55s

On this week’s episode Patrick shares the song “Emotional Haircut” by LCD Soundsystem. We catch up on the married life, talk fashion, interpret lyrics, Apollonian & Dionysian literary concepts, Nietzsche, teaching literature, Denise ruins Patri

245 – Lost In A Crowd by Fantastic Negrito

Feb 6th, 2018 46m 8s

On this week’s episode Denise and Rod share one of their favorite tracks by, Oakland-based artist, Fantastic Negrito. They take care of some housekeeping at the top of the show, then give some Super Bowl XLII Halftime Show hot takes. They give

244 – Wear Clean Draws by The Coup

Jan 30th, 2018 39m 49s

On this week’s episode Rod and Denise share one of their favorite tracks by punk-funk hip hop band The Coup. They also disagree on release schedules, Rod finally experiences Marilyn Manson live, Bill Maher is a bit of an asshole, staying ready,

243 – If Tomorrow Never Comes by Todd Snider (Maybe)

Jan 23rd, 2018 1h 17m

On this week’s episode long-time friend of the show Jason Ferguson brings a country classic by Todd Snider (maybe). He tells us about his new hobbies, pros and cons of being a local podcaster, ruining presents, signing Bibles, watching people

242 – Dee Moo Woor by Orchestra Baobab

Jan 16th, 2018 1h 4m

On this week’s episode, writer, lawyer, cartoonist and fellow podcaster Winston Conrad shares a song by Senegalese band Orchestra Baobab. He shares stories about his years in Senegal, connections between West Africa and Latin America, learning

241 – Tennessee Whiskey by Various Artists

Jan 9th, 2018 28m 50s

This week Rod and Denise discuss multiple versions of the country hit, Tennessee Whiskey, from the original recording by David Allan Coe in 1981 to the live performance by Chris Stapleton featuring Justin Timberlake at the 2015 CMA Awards. Also

240 – Debra by Beck

Jan 2nd, 2018 38m

Denise brings the song Debra by Beck for the first episode of the new format, as we try to figure things out on the fly. Also on this episode: do Scientologists practice polygamy? We describe the L.A. neighborhood of Silver Lake, discuss long s