Bonus Overdrive Wednesday
From the one that brings you Let’s Find Out with Diego, a new show from Diego the Podcaster is born. Bonus Overdrive Wednesday. Real people, real stories, really on Wednesdays!
With Bonus Overdrive Wednesday, get ready for a whirlwind of excitement as we bring you a diverse array of guests from all corners of the globe. From filmmakers to authors, athletes to actors, up-and-coming bands to future superstars, the surprises never end on Bonus Overdrive Wednesday.
Each episode promises a fresh and thrilling lineup, ensuring that you never know who will make a special appearance and leave you in awe. Stay tuned for an extraordinary journey every Wednesday!
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Jan. 14, 2026
Episode 41: Metalcore Titans from Washington DC - Age of Ruin
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 41: Metalcore Titans from Washington DC - Age of Ruin For over twenty years, our guests have consistently delivered a brutal barrage of the heaviest hits metal has ever heard. No fluff, no filler, no compromise, just pure, rhythmic devastation from the Metalcore titans of Washington, DC. Brace yourselves. We are now entering... the Age of Ruin. All this plus more! Band information: https://thisistheageofruin.com/ https://ageofruin.bandcamp.com/album/nothing
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July 14, 2026
Episode 58: The True Titan of the Underground- Steve “Reaper" Livengood
After 25 years as a professional heavy drummer, Steve “Reaper” Livengood transitioned to the mic creating his iconic horror-host persona and building the four-podcast Reaper’s Underground network. His deep-rooted passion for the horror scene soon launched an acting career. You’ve seen him in Attack of the Corn Zombies, Grind, The Slab, Creep Footage, Sssstoner Snake, Rotten to the Core, and Not There. Now, he’s taking the next major step, writing and directing his very first feature film i
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July 28, 2026
Episode 60: Crimson Steel “Show No Fear”
Formed in 2022 right out of Raleigh, North Carolina, Crimson Steel is a band that channels the very spirit of heavy metal’s most admired architects. They aren't just playing the music—they are honoring a sacred lineage, drawing direct inspiration from legendary titans like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Black Sabbath, while weaving in the brilliant, complex textures of Savatage, Crimson Glory, and Queensrÿche. Their sound perfectly honors the classic traditions of heavy metal while boldly for
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Aug. 4, 2026
Episode 61: Diegression “Brutal & Infectious”
Diegression was forged in the early 2000s out of the raw, unrelenting energy of the Washington, DC metal scene, and they came together with one purpose: to hit hard and leave a mark. They’ve built their reputation the old-fashioned way—on stage, in your face, night after night. The band's sound is a punishing hybrid of Nu-Metal, Thrash, and Groove Metal. They don’t chase trends; they carve their own lane with a sound that's equal parts brutal and infectious. All this plus more! Di
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Aug. 4, 2026
Episode 61: Diegression “Brutal & Infectious”
Diegression was forged in the early 2000s out of the raw, unrelenting energy of the Washington, DC metal scene, and they came together with one purpose: to hit hard and leave a mark. They’ve built their reputation the old-fashioned way—on stage, in your face, night after night. The band's sound is a punishing hybrid of Nu-Metal, Thrash, and Groove Metal. They don’t chase trends; they carve their own lane with a sound that's equal parts brutal and infectious. All this plus more! Di
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July 28, 2026
Episode 60: Crimson Steel “Show No Fear”
Formed in 2022 right out of Raleigh, North Carolina, Crimson Steel is a band that channels the very spirit of heavy metal’s most admired architects. They aren't just playing the music—they are honoring a sacred lineage, drawing direct inspiration from legendary titans like Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, and Black Sabbath, while weaving in the brilliant, complex textures of Savatage, Crimson Glory, and Queensrÿche. Their sound perfectly honors the classic traditions of heavy metal while boldly for
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July 21, 2026
Episode 59: Why Rock Still Matters with KuF
We’re turning the volume all the way up for a band that isn't here to follow trends—they’re here to remind people exactly why rock matters. Reborn in Virginia, Kuf is a hard rock powerhouse delivering raw emotion, thunderous grooves, and dark melodic intensity. They brilliantly blend classic rock grit with modern heaviness, drawing influence from legends like Black Sabbath, Alice in Chains, Halestorm, and many more. Their sound is completely unapologetic! All this plus more! Band information:
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July 14, 2026
Episode 58: The True Titan of the Underground- Steve “Reaper" Livengood
After 25 years as a professional heavy drummer, Steve “Reaper” Livengood transitioned to the mic creating his iconic horror-host persona and building the four-podcast Reaper’s Underground network. His deep-rooted passion for the horror scene soon launched an acting career. You’ve seen him in Attack of the Corn Zombies, Grind, The Slab, Creep Footage, Sssstoner Snake, Rotten to the Core, and Not There. Now, he’s taking the next major step, writing and directing his very first feature film i
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July 7, 2026
57: “The Italian-American Bad Boy” Tommy Penirelli
From the gritty rings of Sanford, North Carolina, to the hard-hitting battlegrounds of the indies, Tommy Penirelli has paid his dues in blood, sweat, and miles. He’s left his mark across the map, trading blows in Power Pro Wrestling, tearing it up in AIWF Mid Atlantic, and going to war in NWA Anarchy. He’s sitting down with us today to talk about the highs, the grueling lows, and the chaotic reality of life on the road as a professional wrestler. All this plus more! Diego the Podcast
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June 30, 2026
Episode 56: Harry Carpenter “Frightreads”
Harry Carpenter is a devoted enthusiast of interactive and cinematic entertainment, with a particular affinity for video games like Mortal Kombat and Doom, and classic 80s films such as Ghostbusters and Big Trouble in Little China. These passions often serve as a backdrop to his writing, which spans the wild genres of horror, science fiction, and thrillers. All this plus more! Guest information: hcarpenterwriter.com frightreads.com Frightreads Book Festival: The following named gu
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