Influencers of Metal Podcast

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Influencers of Metal Podcast

From the shores of the Thrashers Paradise, all the way to the Metal Robot satellites! The Influencers of Metal Podcast brings together Collin Sterling and Tom McKay for a show with laughter, crying, more laughter, and the occasional intellectual discussion. The most fun podcast in metal. Join the fun!

3D AGO

Collin Saw Dream Theater's 40th Anniversary Show

In this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin makes Tom jealous as he tells the story of the recent Dream Theater stop in Toronto celebrating 40 years of the progressive metal giants. Collin shares the setlist of the show, including his thoughts on the show’s dynamic setlist while geeking out over fan favourites. He goes on to talk about the experience he had with the show’s venue, ending with the hefty prices for Dream Theater merch and a big announcement the band made to close out the night.

44 min
MAR 7

Pumpkin Queen's Life Dating A Metal Influencer

Time to shift gears for today. In this episode of Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom welcome back the "Pumpkin Queen" for a deep dive into her experience dating Tom, a metal influencer. What starts as a lighthearted interrogation quickly turns into a candid and entertaining discussion about their relationship, filled with hilarious stories, first impressions, and the challenges of dating someone immersed in the metal scene. Collin puts the Pumpkin Queen in the spotlight, as the personal dynamics of dating a metalhead is put on display, from being exposed to more of the metal world than ever before, to Tom’s character as a boyfriend, and the various oddities of dating “The Metal Robot”.

27 min
MAR 4

Concerts - Our First, Our Most Important, Our Most Memorable

Concerts aren’t just about the music—they’re about the memories that stick with us for a lifetime. Whether it’s the first time stepping into a venue, the show that cemented our love for metal, or the craziest experience in the pit, every metalhead has their own concert stories. So on this episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom dive into their own stories. From first shows with Fozzy and Daughtry, to the pivotal moments of seeing Stone Sour, Steel Panther, Trivium, and Arch Enemy, these shows helped shape their journey as metal fans. But not all memories are about the music—sometimes, it’s the unexpected encounters that leave a lasting mark. Like the time Collin met another metal influencer at a show in Kitchener, or when Tom had a bizarre run-in with a stranger at a release party in Toronto. Join us as we relive the concerts that defined us, the bands that blew us away, and the moments we’ll never forget—no matter how weird they got.

34 min
FEB 28

WHYBLT - February 2025

It’s back! The big episodes returns for February! The Influencers of Metal Podcast presents “What Have You Been Listening To?” for the short month of February, the show that brings you our personal listening choices for the month that include some banger new releases, some returning albums, and some oldies but goodies. From the classics of Ozzy Osbourne’s “The Ultimate Sin” and Immortal’s “Sons of Northern Darkness”, to the latest banger releases of Jinjer’s “Duel” and Dream Theater’s “Parasomnia”, these are the albums we’ve been listening to. Now we just have to ask: What Have YOU Been Listening To?

52 min
FEB 25

When Metal Sneaks Into The Mainstream

In this episode of Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom dive into the unexpected world of metal collaborations—specifically when metal artists step outside their genre. They explore why metal bands often collaborate with non-metal artists and highlight surprising partnerships that worked. Remember when Run D-M-C collaborated with Aerosmith? How about when Ozzy featured on a Post Malone track? Did you know Ed Sheeran worked with not one, but two metal bands in Bring Me The Horizon and Cradle of Filth? Or even the surprise of Megan Thee Stallion getting together with Spiritbox! It’s a weird one, but you’d be surprised how many diamonds are in the rough. Collin and Tom break down these unexpected collabs, why they happen, and whether metal purists should give them a chance.

22 min
FEB 21

What's The Most Metal Guitar Hero Game? Part 1

In this episode of Influencers of Metal, Tom and Collin dive into the world of Guitar Hero, the legendary rhythm game that has both humbled and entertained metalheads for nearly two decades. The episode marks the beginning of an ambitious new series where they will analyze each Guitar Hero title to determine which one is the most metal. Their method? Counting the number of metal songs in each installment and ranking them accordingly. Kicking off the series, they break down the setlist of the original Guitar Hero (2005). Does this first installment lay the foundation for metal dominance with “Ace of Spades”, “Cowboys From Hell”, “Iron Man” among many others? Or does it fall short of the genre’s true power?

26 min
FEB 18

Weirdest Metal Band Names

In this episode of Influencers of Metal Podcast, Collin and Tom dive into the weirdest, most bizarre metal band names. From the most absurd tongue twisters of King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard, to the obscene Aborted Hitler Cock, to even the longest band name ever named, the duo has something to say about the weirdest band names in metal. Truly, the creativity and sense of humour for metalheads knows no limits.

21 min
FEB 14

Metal's Romantic Side 3

It’s time for love, and moshing (which I understand is basically aggressive cuddling). In this special Valentine’s Day episode of the Influencers of Metal Podcast, Tom, Collin, and the Pumpkin Queen, celebrate love through the lens of metal music. Metal isn’t just the dark and evil, there’s the feeling of love in the air with heavy down-tuned junts and pig squeals. Drawing from personal favorites and fan suggestions, the trio share a curated list of unique and diverse tracks that showcase how metal can explore love in its many forms... how metal’s raw intensity can beautifully capture the complexities of love.

20 min

From the shores of the Thrashers Paradise, all the way to the Metal Robot satellites! The Influencers of Metal Podcast brings together Collin Sterling and Tom McKay for a show with laughter, crying, more laughter, and the occasional intellectual discussion. The most fun podcast in metal. Join the fun!

Creator

Metal Robot
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

32
Rating

Explicit
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Influencers of Metal Podcast