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That Metal Podcast

David Ballesteros

Metal geeks talk all things metal whilst enjoying a cold beverage. Wulf-Man Dave and friends discuss all topics in Metal, Video Games and Horror Movies. Including trends, musicians, bands, albums, movies, video games, and gear. Join as they dissect and discuss all aspects relating to metal. Buy the ticket, take the ride!

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#214
Saturday · 1 hr 9 min
Old Friends, Old Music, and Getting Old
Big Mike and I go down memory lane and discuss our evolving taste in music and movies. Not to be missed!
#213
August 29 · 1 hr 51 min
When Metal and Hollywood Combine...
Metal nerds AND film geeks rejoice! Ruben and I discuss films that Might have a metal correlation. You be the judge! What other movies should we discuss? We also discuss the many legends we have lost in cinema like Dolly and Tim Curry. But wait, there's more! We talk about the continuing drama with Melanie Loves Death Metal. Music is brought to you by the band Oriax! Link to their YouTube below: https://youtube.com/channel/UCi3KgnzJYHF8efsTykK873A?si=D2Vhw7_6Y_ERwsGY
#212
August 1 · 1 hr 43 min
Erik of Falsimonian: Do Not Miss Episode!
Time to go goblin mode! Erik of Falsimonian (and cohost of TMP) and I discuss his band and music, some of the best albums of 2026, drama with another content creator, the dangers of a.i., and of course Sony going digital. Check out the band page: https://www.instagram.com/falsimonian/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/703Afex1CT2nCFkjzuZXAo
#211
July 30 · 1 hr 19 min
When Metal and Video Games Collide
Metal ghouls and girls! Ruben and I talk about the connection between metal and video games. Strap in because we bring up over 45 video games and how they connect to heavy metal. To make it more interesting, we attach a band to each game. Check it!!
#210
July 23 · 11 min
Getting Ripped Off: A Cautionary Tale
This is a serious one people. I share my experience getting ripped off by a respected member of the metal/vinyl community: YouTuber "Melanie Loves Death Metal". She has gone missing in action, accounts deactivated, and blocking everyone she owes money to. If you have had similar experiences, please email me and let me know.
#209
July 18 · 1 hr 16 min
Desert Island Albums Part 2
Ghouls and girls I am joined by Vel, a metal obsessed Croatian living in Germany. We discuss 5 albums we would take to our desert island, ai in music and the future of metal, Sony decided to go digital only, and much more! This was a blast, so stick around!
#208
July 13 · 1 hr 45 min
Latest Album and Movie Pickups With Eli!!
Metal ghouls and girls! Eli and I share some of the latest movie and music pickups of the last couple of months or so. We also discuss the rising cost of vinyl, the Twin Temple controversy, and of course Sony's decision to discontinue physical media. Here is the link to the interview by Bardo Methodology in which they discuss grave desecration with a band (which was also discussed). https://www.bardomethodology.com/articles/2021/02/24/ordo-templi-aeternae-lucis-interview/
#207
July 5 · 22 min
6 Metal Albums Every Metalhead Should Have in Their Collection
On this hit it and quit episode (AKA short episode), I talk about 6 albums by 6 different bands, spanning 6 genres that every beginning (OR veteran) metalhead should own in their vinyl collection. Also, if you dig old school thrash metal done right, check out Deceptor's new single "Whammer", link attached!! https://youtu.be/Pxvgae9FHFc?si=DD52RmQ3v1e37EsI
#206
June 27 · 1 hr 32 min
Albums That Turn 30
Metal nerds! Ruben joins me as we discuss albums that turn 30 years old! This episode definitely makes you go down memory lane, so stick around with a drink and enjoy! Cheers!
#205
June 22 · 55 min
Pressed and Stressed: My Loves and Hates of Collecting Vinyl
Metal nerds! On this episode I talk about Banana Man, Men's mental health month, AND 3 loves and 3 hates I have as being part of the vinyl community and collecting vinyl. This one has some OPINIONS, so strap in!!
#204
May 9 · 44 min
5 Songs That Make Me Happy
Metalheads today I am talking about some songs in rock and metal that make me happy! From 80's rock to death metal, these tunes have something different to offer, but the end result is happiness! I also discuss the high prices in collecting vinyl and cds and how resellers suck!!
#203
May 4 · 38 min
King's X, A Somber Funeral, Henge..and Dungeon Synth??
Metalheads! I have another episode of this, that, and the other. Starting with King's X grungy and grimy debut "Out of a Silent Planet" and moving to something released just 2 months ago; A Somber Funeral's emotional platter "Since You Left These Shores". As for the other... we get into cosmic weirdness with Henge's brand of psychedelic, edm, surfer rock music with "ExoKosm". I have also left the link to Pete Pardo of Sea of Tranquility who is in need of some help battling brain cancer. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-peter-pardos-fight-against-brain-cancer
#202
April 28 · 1 hr 46 min
Recent Album Pickups!
Eli and I discuss and share some of the most recent music pickups of the last few months. From cds to vinyl, from death/black metal to folk music, we share it all.
#201
February 21 · 28 min
Evergrey, Majesties, and The Stoned Age
Metal freaks! In today's "triple dipper" I recommend Evergrey's 2001 "In Search of Truth" and Majesties 2023 album "Vast Reaches Unclaimed". I also talk about the 1994 movie "The Stoned Age" that follows two rockers on their adventure to party and score with babes.
#200
January 31 · 29 min
This, That, and the Other #1
TTatO explores 1 classic album that is establish or a hidden gem, 1 modern album post 2020, and 1 movie or video game that I think you might enjoy. Today I will talk about The Elysian Field's "We...the Enlightened" 1999, Countless Skies 2020 masterpiece "Glow", and the creepily funny oddball film "Ravenous" 1999. Buy the ticket, take the ride!
#199
Dec 29, 2025 · 1 hr 37 min
Our Favorite Albums of 2025
Finally! Erick and return to share our favorite albums of 2025 and one non-metal album that is sure to ruffle some feathers! What are some of your favorite albums of 2025? Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/that_metal_podcast_/?hl=en Songs in chronological order: 1. Cea Serin- Where None Shall Follow 2. Moron Police- Alfredo and the Afterlife 3. Kardashev- Reunion 4. Allegaeon- Dark Matter Dynamics
#198
Nov 23, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
We're Back: 5 Records We Won't Sell
We're back baby! Erik and I discuss 5 records that we won't sell as well as some album recommendations. If you want to skip the chitchat, skip to the 26:43 min mark. OR check out the video version of this podcast on Youtube! Link below: https://youtu.be/xa7bfXB9_BY
#197
Jul 8, 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
Metal on a Budget: The $30 Challenge
Erick and I share took part in buying as many albums as we could within a $30 budget. Local only and no online purchases. Who will come out on top?! Click below to the YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/Fcsj5Lq347I?si=32SYe4EanvIIebQ_
#196
Jun 27, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Albums We Look Forward to in 2025 and Ai In Metal
Once again Erick joins me to discuss: Albums we look forward to in 2025, the issue with ai in the metal and the Draugveil drama, and setting up a $30 budget to collect as much cds, vinyl, and cassette tapes possible. Cheers and enjoy!
#195
Jun 20, 2025 · 39 min
The One About Draugveil...
SO...this episode might ruffle some feathers. Eli and I discuss Draugveil's debut solo album that has been surrounded in controversy. Was the music/cover art created using Ai? Maybe...and yet maybe not? Listen in to check out our opinions on this matter. Let us know what you think!!

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