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Heavy Metal Philosophy

Jon Barbas
Heavy Metal
Death Metal
Metallica
Black Metal
Opeth
Free Will
Philosophy
Metalcore
Ozzy Osbourne
Thrash Metal
Black Sabbath
Gojira
Christianity
Metal Digest
Religion
Atlanta
Cryptopsy
The Last Will and Testament
Spotify
Social Media

An exploration of philosophy with heavy metal themes. The intersection between the dark, powerful, and introspective. Tune in every Tuesday!

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In episode 272 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas sits down with Mark Menghi (from Metal Allegiance) and Brann Dailor (from Mastadon) to chat about King Ultramega, the all-star collective paying tribute to Chris Cornell. This super group ranges fr... more

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In episode 271 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is recounting what happened at the Godless IV tour featuring Behemoth, Deicide, Rotting Christ, and Immolation. During Behemoth's set, a prediction that Jon made last year reviewing their latest al... more

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In episode 270 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is breaking down "Blue Dot Fever" and why it's plaguing pop stars like Meghan Trainor and Post Malone, but not death metal and black metal bands. We go over the numbers, the culture, and what it al... more

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In episode 269 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is celebrating the five year anniversary of Heavy Metal Philosophy! You all asked me a bunch of really insightful but also unhinged questions. That's what I love about this community, we can plumb ... more

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Nate Garrett
Lead vocalist/guitarist of Spirit Adrift
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Episode: #268: The Book Of Revelation Is Metal AF & the Biz Is Evil w Spirit Adrift
Pepper Keenan
Guitarist/vocalist of Corrosion of Conformity
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Episode: #264: The Philosophy of Corrosion of Conformity: Good God/Baad Man w Pepper
Alex Skolnick
Guitarist for Testament and Metal Allegiance
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Episode: #260: Testament Tell Ozzy/Dio Stories & Debate Free Will
Scott Lowry
Colleague from Metal Digest
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Episode: #250: Ten Best Death Metal Albums of 2025!
Jonny Hawkins
Lead singer of Nothing More
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Episode: #233: Jonny Hawkins Says AI Only Threatens Bad Artists. Is He Right?
Richie Cavalera
Vocalist of Insight
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Episode: #231: No Gimmicks, No Triggers, No Backing Tracks, Just Metal!
Matt McGachy
Lead vocalist of Cryptopsy
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Episode: #223: The Philosophy of Cryptopsy: Turning Online Toxicity Into Brutal Art!
Krista Thomason
Professor of Philosophy at Swarthmore College and author of Dancing With The Devil.
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Episode: #214: Metalhead Philosophy Professor Says Negative Emotions Are Good!
John Jarvis
Bass player of Scour
Episode: #207: What Made Pantera's Frontman Go Full Black Metal? Scour Answers!

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Jon Barbas
Host of Heavy Metal Philosophy; contributor and commentator on metal culture with a focus on ethics, society, and culture.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Horns up. Jon is killer.

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#269: Ya'll Ask Me Insightful And Unhinged Questions! 5 Years of HMP!
Q: From Coco Swann, thoughts on Sam Dunn's metal genre series and any gaps you'd highlight?
He appreciates Dunn's work overall, acknowledges the challenge of covering broad genres, and suggests a beginner-friendly balance between big bands and underground acts to tell a coherent story.
#269: Ya'll Ask Me Insightful And Unhinged Questions! 5 Years of HMP!
Q: What is your favorite way to listen to music?
He prefers his stereo setup from childhood for critical listening, but in practice most music comes through headphones or phone with Bluetooth, balancing sound quality with practicality for work and daily life.
#269: Ya'll Ask Me Insightful And Unhinged Questions! 5 Years of HMP!
Q: From Mark Stewart, Happy 5th anniversary. Do you have a favorite Black Sabbath album?
He recalls listening to Paranoid and the self-titled Black Sabbath as foundational experiences, noting how those early records left a lasting imprint and shaped his taste.
#263: French Expert Pairs Whiskey with Extreme Metal Albums!
Q: Why do you recommend opening the bottles and letting them breathe before tasting?
Because whiskey is a living thing that evolves in the glass; breathing helps aromas develop and makes it easier to draw connections to the musical textures of the paired albums.
#260: Testament Tell Ozzy/Dio Stories & Debate Free Will
Q: Do we have free will or is everything predetermined?
The guest suggests a nuanced view: elements of both feel real, with personal outlook shaping whether one leans toward free will or determinism. He cites lived examples and interpretations of lyrics as evidence that meaning and choice co-exist.

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A show that marries philosophy with heavy metal culture, exploring big ideas like ethics, fate, society, and identity through conversational dives with musicians, critics, and occasional cross-disciplinary guests. Episodes frequently weave personal anecdotes, industry insights, and cultural critique, creating a thought-provoking and often provocative space for listeners who enjoy rigorous analysis paired with metal's expressive energy. A notable strength is the willingness to host diverse guest profiles—from veteran musicians to enthusiasts outside the music world (e.g., whiskey experts)—and to frame discussions around storytelling, community, and the broader implications of metal on culture. Long-form discussions, strong host perspectives,... more

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