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The Belfry Network

The Count
Goth Culture
Dark Culture
Music
Goth Subculture
Community
Goth Music
King Tutankhamun
Salem Witch Trials
Morbid Curiosity
Halloween
Pentridge Prison
Bloody Benders
Love
Industrial Music
Baba Yaga
Goth Dance
Mental Health
Cemetery Confessions
Desire
Romantic Relationships

The Belfry is a gathering place for dark culture and those who find a home within. Here you will discover podcasts, blogs, and videos catering to the darker side of life.

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CW: Discossions of death, crime scenes, and decompostion

Human Taphonomy Facilities, nicknamed Body Farms, are locations where donated human corpses are left to decay in order to study the process of decomposition. This research aids crime scene in... more

The Myrtles Plantation is known as the most haunted hotel in America, hosting a very prominent ghost of an enslaved woman named Chloe. Does the history hold any truth to the stories? Let's discuss!

CW: Enslavement, violence, racism and murder.

The Silence Industry - Shadows On Your Throne Octavian Winters - Elements of Air False Figure - Flowers In Bloom Rare Kreature - Otra Muerte (feat. Bitte) Night Ritualz - Living In This Bed Magic Wands - Moonshadow (Delerium Remix) The SlimP - With T... more

Mushrooms. So cute. So tasty. So very toxic.

Humans have loved and feared mushrooms since before written history. In this episode, Hallie discusses the tumultuous history of this relationship, and a few of the most deadly mushrooms in the world.

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Recent Guests

Audrey T. Williams
An oral storyteller, activist, writer, and poet based in Oakland, California.
Oakland Asian Cultural Center
Episode: Horror Addicts: Horror Poetry
Christina Georgina Rossetti
A renowned English poet known for her haunting and evocative poetry, often exploring themes of loss and grief.
Episode: Horror Addicts: Horror Poetry
Alejandro Salinas
President of the Chicago Death Doula Collective, Goth musician, and grief advocate.
Gravelove
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Learning to Die
May May Graves
Drag performer, musician, and event organizer, known for her work in the queer goth scene
Independent Artist
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Goth Drag with May May Graves
Mark Freeth
Member of the legendary Goth band Ausgang
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Facing Nostalgia: Your Favorite Album Sucks
Spencer Sunshine
An independent scholar documenting Neo-Nazi and far-right movements since 2005
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Countercultural Fascism
Chris Kanner
Friend of the show and representative from Procession Magazine
Procession Magazine
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless
Timothy Stevens
Documentarian of 'Dark Sanctuary: The Story of the Church'
Spectrograph Films
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless
Joe Virus
DJ, music producer, and contributor to the documentary
Solemn Assembly Music
Episode: Cemetery Confessions: Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless

Hosts

Danny Ashes
Host of Cemetery Confessions
Hallie
Host of the Morbid Curiosity Podcast
Emerian Rich
Horror hostess with the mostest

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • A Hub for Dark Subculture

    Cemetery Confessions now plays the role in Goth subculture that the great old mags like Propaganda played in the 90s. Though Danny Ashes frequently moves outside of music and art commentary to push the critical boundaries of Goth. Arcane Machine (which will be very sorely missed) and the Fadeout Sessions are perfect venues for discovering and re-discovering talent in the Goth and Goth-related musical spheres. Horror Addicts is exactly the sort of fun a Goth might look for on a rainy day. All in ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    s.d. pendley
    United States2 years ago
  • Love it!

    I love listening to this show during my nightly runs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DeniseSeah
    United States10 years ago

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A hub for Goth subculture; podcast elevates talent across the Goth/related scenes.
Great voice for dark culture with thoughtful, boundary-pushing conversations.
Listeners appreciate candid discussions and deep dives into community dynamics.

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Cemetery Confessions: Death and Deathrock
Q: How does your background in anthropology influence your understanding of Goth culture?
Missy explains that their anthropology training allows them to conduct mental ethnographies of subcultures, analyzing how Goth interacts with broader societal themes.
Cemetery Confessions: Death and Deathrock
Q: What is your perspective on death and how do you conceptualize it?
Both Missy and Ryan share their personal views on death, influenced by their experiences with loss and grief, emphasizing the importance of community support.
Cemetery Confessions: Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless
Q: What was your introduction into Goth, Joe?
Joe shares his origin story, saying he began by listening to punk music as a child and discovered Skinny Puppy on college radio, which hooked him into the industrial scene.
Cemetery Confessions: Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless
Q: Timothy, to you then, I guess, you know, why was it important to you to have this sort of thematic death element as part of the story in the film?
It was essential because the film naturally came out exploring those themes in relation to the club and community, showing how loss impacts everyone and highlighting the support that community offers during those times.
Cemetery Confessions: Learning to Die
Q: Would you like to be a ghost?
No, I don't think so.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Belfry Network

What is The Belfry Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on dark culture, music, and subcultural communities, with a focus on Goth and related scenes. Episodes explore local scenes, DIY venues, inclusivity, gatekeeping, and how online platforms shape in-person communities, often through intimate conversations with organizers, dancers, and scholars. The tone blends thoughtful analysis with personal storytelling, showcasing a willingness to tackle tough topics like misogyny, mental health, and socioeconomic themes within subcultures, while offering practical advice for growing local scenes and promoting events authentically. A standout aspect is the mix of academic insight, nightlife culture, and community-building, making it a compelling listen for those curious about how subcult... more

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3. Alejandro Salinas
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6. Spencer Sunshine
7. Chris Kanner
8. Timothy Stevens

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