Episodes

S12E299: Urakka and the Great Riff Pile Rochester’s “spacey quirk” metal crew Urakka joins us for our 300th milestone episode! Grab your favorite feel‑good beverage, comfort meal, or emotional support item, and settle in to learn all about the band and their blend of progressive, stoner, cosmic, and experimental metal, full of odd-time riffs and adventurous song structures. It is a fun, high-energy conversation with scene veterans who have spent years helping shape Rochester’s heavy music landsc...

S11E299: Alone on the Fence w/ Silence the Earthling -------------------------------------------------------------- The Grims are back after nearly a year away, and we're kicking things off with our friends from Silence the Earthling! Join us for a deep dive into everything about the band — their origin story, creative process, prospect band names (think along the lines of swamp tongue), and the personalities behind the music. Stick around for our fan-favorite nonsense segment and an exclusive p...

Mental Anguish (The Band & The State of Mind) Ever wondered where a Grindcore band finds inspiration? The Grims find out when they chat with Mental Anguish from Buffalo! They meet and roast guitarist Carl for the first time, delve into the band's origins, explore the differences between Mental Anguish and Anthropic, uncover their writing process, and discuss their latest EP and potential future recordings. And, of course, no episode is complete without a completely absurd game of 'Would You Rath...

S10E297: RatKind *Available on your favorite streaming service - except Spotify* The Grims are excited to welcome Scotty, Barry, and Gary for an engaging conversation about their latest project, RatKind. In this episode, they delve into the inspiration behind their unique name, share insights into their writing and recording process, cover gear chat, and discuss upcoming plans and shows. Expect a lively mix of entertaining anecdotes and fantastic music throughout the discussion! (00:00:00) Intro...

S10E296: Ryan (Crahda) & Adam (Sully) *Available on your favorite streaming service - except Spotify* This week, the Grims welcome Rochester vocalists Ryan Pote from the thrash/hardcore crossover band Crahda and Adam Frappolli of Sully (ex-Psyopus). Join us as we dive deep into the world of Crahda, exploring their unique sound and influences, and catch up on the latest happenings with Sully. Our conversation spans a variety of topics, including wrestling, personal hobbies, and much more (includi...

S10E295: We're all Wet Specimens *Available on your favorite streaming service* In this week's episode, the Grims kick things off by discussing a new Texas law that aims to limit the sale of sex toys in pharmacies, igniting a debate on personal freedom and regulation. The conversation takes an unexpected turn as they explore a fascinating study where scientists teach capuchin monkeys to use currency, leading to some surprising behaviors, including prostitution. The show then shifts gears to hig...

S10E294: What is Real Life? *Available on your favorite streaming service* The Grims kick off the show with news about a groundbreaking new product: the Pit Diaper—something Ken has eagerly anticipated! They delve into a story about a man who had to escape from a moving rollercoaster after his safety bar malfunctioned. The discussion then shifts to an light-hearted debate on whether religious music must contain lyrics. Next, they explore the fascinating 17 Hz tone experiment and address the seri...

S10E293: I Smell Like an Onion *Available on your favorite streaming service* The Grims discover what astronauts stuck orbiting Earth feasted on for Thanksgiving, get the latest developments in the ongoing mystery of D.B. Cooper, including new evidence that could finally reveal his identity, discuss a remarkable story from Florida, where a child was reportedly born with the aid of saran wrap, delve into nine unique traits that fuel our fascination with true crime stories, and share heavy metal f...

S10E292: Singularity Gravy Boat *Available on your favorite streaming service* This week, the Grims unveil the latest developments on the duct tape banana masterpiece, delve into seven habits that could make others hard to tolerate, explore how AI is surpassing doctors in diagnosing illnesses, engage in a cool discussion about generational differences in the workplace, and play heavy metal for your filthy earballs! (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Invictra (00:05:15) Goblin Hovel (00:09:06) Conversat...

S10E291: Loneliness, AI Threats, and Million-Year Rains *Available on your favorite streaming service* The Grims kick off the week by exploring South Korea's strategies to combat loneliness. They continue their debate dive about the implications of AI, particularly in light of Gemini's disturbing suggestion for humanity. The conversation shifts to the latest Elvis news and they marvel at the fact that it rained on Earth for an estimated 1-2 million years. It wouldn't be an episode without heavy ...

S10E290: Don't Blow Smoke Up My Ass! *Available on your favorite streaming service* The Grims kick off their weekly show with a collection of intriguing tidbits and dive into topics that many often do not grasp. They engage in a friendly debate over Australia's proposal to prohibit social media access for children under thirteen. The conversation takes a turn as they explore the story of a 33-year-old individual who poses as a teenage student to confront and heal from past traumas. To top it all...

S10E289: So Fresh **Available on your favorite streaming service** The Grims discuss how Google finds itself in a situation where its debts exceed available funds, explore the unique charm of a village where life-sized dolls replace departed residents, review of medical conditions related to breakdancing, ponder a disturbing death pact, learn of a semi-local serial killer, share quirky facts about the United States, and play heavy metal for your filthy earballs! (00:00:00) Intro (00:00:57) Conve...

S10E288: Goneguts **Available on your favorite streaming service** The Grims have been a bit quiet lately, but we are back with some updates! We provide an update on the status of our producer, Notorious and Jenn reflects on her unforgettable bucket list concert experience. We dive into the intriguing concept of a new lunar time zone and potentially the next argument between Nations. We also explore the common insecurities people face and discuss what evokes certain feelings in us. Plus, we shar...

S10E287: Metal Edna **Available on your favorite streaming service** This week, we have the exciting opportunity to chat with Edna, the visionary behind Grim Dystopian's beloved segment, Grandma's Pantry. This unique feature celebrates underground demos while delving into history and facts about the bands. Join us as we explore Edna's journey into heavy metal, discuss standout artists, albums, and tracks, and reflect on her passion for the explosive death metal scene of the late '80s and early '...

Originally aired 1/25/2021 S4E94: Jesse Vile: Filmmaker for Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet & The Ripper (Netflix) *Available on your favorite streaming service* This week, we have the pleasure of speaking with award-winning documentary filmmaker Jesse Vile. His work has been featured on ESPN, Investigation Discovery, Netflix, and National Geography. We were first introduced to him as director for Jason Becker’s documentary Not Dead Yet, which took us on a journey of perseverance, inspiration, admira...

S10E286: You Mother Effer - This week, we dive into a whirlwind of intriguing topics! Join us as we explore a variety of random questions, unravel the controversy surrounding the Noid, and tackle some brain-teasing riddles (that's a stretch). Plus, we have even more questions to help you get to know the Grims better. And of course, heavy metal for your filthy earballs! **Available on your favorite streaming service** (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:57) - Mental Anguish, SONG: Construct of Fear (00:02:...

S10E285: Moist Cluster - On this week's episode, the Grims dive into a discussion about the younger generation's attachment to older opinions. We explore the intriguing and often surprising uses of Roman toilet spoons, challenge (perhaps even call BS) myths, delve into the controversial topic of medicinal cannibalism, and play heavy metal for your filthy earballs! **Available on your favorite streaming service** (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:57) - Bloody Sadism, SONG: Slack Tide of Cunts (00:04:03) ...

S10E284: The Sun, The Moon, & The Girth This week, the Grims dive into a fascinating array of topics, including penile injections and their implications, the curious phenomenon of horns growing on heads, the concept of a third state of existence, and the surprising news of Earth acquiring a mini-moon. Of course, it wouldn't be a show without heavy metal for your filthy earballs! **Available on your favorite streaming service** (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:57) - Amputated, SONG: Six Feet Deep (00:04...

S10E283: Don't Let Your Butt Die - This week, the Grims dive into an intriguing mix of topics, starting with a discussion on Dead Butt Syndrome, explore the concept of a hypothetical killer rollercoaster, share some bizarre historical facts, and examine low-stress jobs as reported by those who hold them—though some of these jobs sound stressful to us, and play heavy metal for your filthy earballs! (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:56) - Sully, SONG: He's An Asshole, But So Are You (00:03:48) - Conversat...

S10E280: Richard "Yeti" Kirk Our metal community has faced another heartbreaking loss with the passing of Richard ‘Yeti’ Kirk last week. This episode is a tribute to Yeti, celebrating his musical endeavors and his unforgettable antics. Yeti is known for his ferocious death metal vocals, showcasing his talent in bands such as Skodag, Salt This Earth, and Abdicate. His latest project, Thy Hideous Wake, combines his vocals with drumming, deepening his roots in the extreme metal scene. Yeti found hi...

S10E282: Mind Blown: EHS, Astronauts, and Yellow Dye 5 In this week’s episode, The Grims share a candid recap of their uneventful week, revealing their shared experience with the intriguing phenomenon known as exploding head syndrome. They dive into the astonishing tale of stranded astronauts, exploring the challenges they faced in the vastness of space. The duo also marvels at a groundbreaking scientific discovery surrounding Yellow Dye 5, and play heavy metal for filthy earballs! **Available o...

S10E281: The Other End of an A$$hole The Grims reflect on their recent campout experience, sharing highlights and memorable moments from the 'trip'. A discussion unfolds about unconventional and extreme methods some individuals resort to in order to evade child support payments. We delve into the bizarre topic of why some people find enjoyment in kissing the other end of buttholes, exploring the psychology behind such preferences, share a variety of trivia tidbits, and play heavy metal for your ...

S10E279: Dorkmunder - This week, we dive into a variety of intriguing topics, starting with our first-ever candy review. We explore what is considered the worst time to be alive in human history, discuss a charity in New Zealand that accidentally distributed meth-laced candy to around 400 people, debate a middle school’s decision to ban all black clothing, marvel with us over the discovery of a 10,000-year-old drive lane found in Lake Michigan, and play heavy metal for your filthy earballs! (00:...

S10E278: Disharmonic Porkestra This week, the Grims discuss the emotional and practical implications of choosing to have pets instead of children, delve into the bizarre story of a priest involved in meth production, debate the ethical dilemmas with criminals making money, cover humorous and practical strategies for reducing the time spent in the bathroom, explore the competitive seriousness of chess competition, share extraordinary and bizarre medical cases encountered by doctors, and play heav...