Get ready for a killer mix of pop culture chaos and neon vibes in Episode #242! We’re joined by Minneapolis darksynth maestro North Innsbruck (aka Chris Emblom) fresh off dropping his haunting new album Ritual—think burning witches, archdukes of nightmares, and cinematic rituals that blend post-punk edge with retro-futuristic dread.

We dive into the massive Super Bowl LX halftime show buzz: Bad Bunny making history as the first solo Latino headliner at Levi’s Stadium on February 8—will it be an unforgettable baile or spark more controversy? Then, a heartfelt moment remembering the irreplaceable Catherine O’Hara, the comedy icon behind Home Alone’s mom and Schitt’s Creek’s Moira Rose, who passed away far too soon after a brief illness at 71.

• North Innsbruck weighs in on whether synthwave (and its darker cousins) is dead in 2026 or just evolving into something even more atmospheric. Expect plenty of fun banter, wild tangents, album deep dives, and our signature pop culture hot takes. Whether you’re here for the synths, the halftime hype, or the tributes—this one’s got it all.
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