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One of the longest running podcasts. We talk about hard rock and metal. Hosted and produced by Mark Strigl. Guests have included members of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Slayer, Exodus, System Of A Down, Motorhead, Kiss, Megadeth, Korn and many more. Established in 2005 by Mark Strigl and John "Ostronomy" Ostrosky. Please visit MarkStrigl.net for more info. Bonus content by Mark Strigl is available on Patreon.
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Booking probability
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Guest openness
Selective
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Signup to Generate a PitchOne of the longest running podcasts. We talk about hard rock and metal. Hosted and produced by Mark Strigl. Guests have included members of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Slayer, Exodus, System Of A Down, Motorhead, Kiss, Megadeth, Korn and many more. Established in 2005 by Mark Strigl and John "Ostronomy" Ostrosky.
Recent episodes include "TM 1015 Randy Jackson of Zebra" (30 October 2026, 28 minutes), "TM 1014 Hanging With Victor Ruiz" (29 October 2026, 22 minutes), and "TM 1013 Scott Holt of Foghat." (26 October 2026, 28 minutes).
Talking Metal publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 32 minutes across 808 episodes.
Booking probability for Talking Metal is 39%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talking Metal requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talking Metal's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Talking Metal are Artists, Writers & Performers. Talking Metal has a music audience and around 8,100 subscribers on YouTube.
Talking Metal is a music podcast with 808 episodes published.
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Episode #1015
Today’s episode kicks off with a classic live track from Zebra, followed by a conversation between Mark Strigl and Randy Jackson, guitarist and singer of Zebra. They discuss the band’s new music, their history, Led...
Episode #1014
Mark and Victor hang in October of 2026 and talk about stuff including Quiet Riot and Skid Row. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
Episode #1013
Talking Metal Podcast – Episode 1013: Scott Holt of Foghat On this episode of the Talking Metal Podcast , we welcome incredible guitarist and vocalist Scott Holt , who currently fronts the legendary rock...
Episode #1012
On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl is joined by Mike Gemini, drummer for the East Coast hard rock band Fire ‘N Ice. They dig into the band’s rise, their connection to Los Angeles, and the big news surrounding...
Episode #1011
Mark Strigl speaks with Ozzy Osbourne impersonator Vinny Cormier. He is the frontman and lead vocalist of Crazy Train: America’s Authentic Ozzy Experience. Please consider supporting Mark Strigl on...
Episode #1010
Talking Metal Podcast — Episode 1010 Scottish guitarist Kieran Robertson, of Geoff Tate’s band and Faster Pussycat, joins Mark Strigl on episode 1010 of the Talking Metal podcast. A major creative force on Geoff Tate’s...
Episode #1009
On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl interviews comedian Don Jamieson, who has two new releases out now: Comedy Is Killing Me and Terrorizing Telemarketers, Vol. 8 with Jim Florentine...
Episode #1008
On this episode of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl talks with longtime Europe drummer Ian Haugland. Ian discusses Europe’s new album, Come This Madness , due September 25, 2026, and working with producer Tom Dalgety...
Episode #1007
Mark Strigl and Victor Ruiz hang out and talk about music. Is the way we remember it, the way it was? Please consider supporting Mark Strigl and Talking Metal on Patreon at patreon.com/talkingmetal for...
Episode #1006
On episode 1006 of Talking Metal, Mark Strigl reviews the recent Iron Maiden show in New Jersey and interviews Craig Pepe of Babylon A.D. Craig shares stories from his days in Los Angeles in the ’80s, including playing...
Episode #1005
On this episode of Talking Metal , Mark Strigl interviews guitarist Joe Stump via Zoom. Joe discusses his upcoming solo album, Lord of the Strings , his approach to guitar playing and gear, and...
Episode #1003
Talking Metal Episode 1003 — Becky Baldwin On Episode 1003 of Talking Metal , Mark Strigl interviews bassist Becky Baldwin , who plays bass on the new solo album from Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath...
Episode #1002
Talking Metal Episode 1002 Support Talking Metal and become part of the show by joining us on Patreon at patreon.com/talkingmetal7 . Every Patreon supporter gets a shout-out at the...
Episode #1001
Talking Metal returns with Episode 1001! This week, Mark Strigl celebrates the music of Mötley Crüe, Twisted Sister, and more. The episode also features an extensive interview with Lorraine Lewis, best known as the...
Episode #1000
I am joined by some of my Patreon supporters for Talking Metal 1000. To anyone who ever listened to an episode of this show - THANK YOU! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
Episode #999
Mark welcomes Victor Ruiz for a discussion and we listen to Maiden. Support the show for as little as $2 a month here: patreon.com/talkingmetal - $7 a month supporters get a Talking Metal t-shirt...
Episode #996
<p>Interview topics with Joshua Toomey include Primer 55, Bobby Burns, Fred Durst. Stand, David Ellefson and podcasting.</p><p><br></p><p>Support the show for as little as $2 a month here: patreon.com/talkingmetal - $7...
Episode #995
<p>Calling this episode 995.5 since I accidentally skipped episode 994.</p><p>All talk episode.</p><p><br></p><p>Support the show for as little as $2 a month here: patreon.com/talkingmetal - $7 a month supporters get a...
Episode #994
<p>SPREAD EAGLE INTERVIEW 2026.</p><p>Support the show for as little as $2 a month here: patreon.com/talkingmetal - $7 a month supporters get a Talking Metal t-shirt.</p><p><br></p><p> Follow Mark: Instagram...
Episode #993
<p>Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Darryl McDaniels — the legendary DMC of Run-DMC — recently donated his time for an incredible cause, helping raise money for my son’s school. I truly can’t thank him enough for his...
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