Episodes
Feb. 10, 2026
Episode 44: Pit Lord - Barbecue Death Metal from Davenport, Iowa
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 44: Pit Lord - Barbecue Death Metal from Davenport, Iowa From the depths of Davenport, Iowa, emerges the heaviest two-piece to ever grace the charcoal universe. With a divine hunger, our guest’s mission is simple: to spread the message of Smoke and Flavor across the charred remains of the earth. Their sound is a relentless sonic dry-rub, engineered to crush the vegan armies standing in their way and leave nothing but well-seasoned bones in their wake. The gri...
Feb. 4, 2026
Episode 43: The Creeping Chaos
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 43: The Creeping Chaos Since 2014, The Creeping Chaos has been a relentless force in the Michigan hard rock scene, carving out a reputation built on raw energy and volume. With three powerhouse albums already under their belt, they’ve shared the stage with industry legends like Megadeth, Lamb of God, Hatebreed, Skid Row and Puddle of Mudd. From high-octane festivals to gritty clubs one thing is certain: they are not slowing down. All this plus more! ...
Jan. 28, 2026
Episode 42: My Mortician Friend Jamie
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 42: My Mortician Friend Jamie Jamie Arthurs has spent nearly three decades balancing two worlds that couldn't be more different. From the underground hardcore and metal scenes of Pittsburgh to the quiet halls of funeral homes in the DMV. After years of managing bands and booking tours, he returned to his roots to focus on his most important mission yet. Now a veteran mortician and preplanning expert, he joins us to share how he’s helping families find p...
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...
Dec. 31, 2025
Episode 40: Close to the grave
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 40: Close to the grave Out of the Texoma region are a trio featuring seasoned musicians with a sound that’s built on the foundation of classic and hard-hitting hard rock and heavy metal. Close to the grave’s music is widely available on 28 different streaming platforms as well as their music videos on their YouTube channel. All this plus more! Close to the grave – merch site: https://closetothegrave.printful.me/ YouTube: https://m.youtube.co...
Dec. 10, 2025
Episode 39: The Crone and The Crow
They began in the humid, feverish swamps of Florida, a two-person conjuration that made a dark pact between a mesmerizing force of performance and a gifted multi-instrumentalist. Then a sound was born! But what they brewed was too potent to be contained, so their journey has led them back to the fog-kissed homelands of Virginia. Here, a powerful spell was cast, not for solitude, but to call in the rest of the flock—a summoning that brought forth a full band of beautifully strange creatures...
Dec. 3, 2025
Episode 38: Dustin Grammer “The Other Side of the Graveyard”
Bonus Overdrive Episode 38: Dustin Grammer “The Other Side of the Graveyard” The journey began long ago at “Steeds Ridge.” From there, we took a sharp turn into the “Dirt Road Tales of Horror,” for us then to find “The Structure.” And now... we find ourselves winding up on... “The Other Side of the Graveyard.” Tonight, we welcome back a voice familiar to the darkness—an accomplished author and musician who continues to craft and entertain us with terrifying new stories of dread and horr...
Nov. 26, 2025
Episode 37: Eddie J. Morales “Zombie Mom”
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 37: Eddie J. Morales “Zombie Mom” From a single high school English class assignment to a lifetime of terror! Eddie J. Morales discovered his passion for horror when his teacher asked him to read his very first chilling short story to the class. The room was hooked, and a horror writer was born. He’s now a proud member of the Florida Chapter’s Horror Writers Association. All this plus more! Guest information: Website: https://www.eddiejosemoral...
Nov. 19, 2025
Episode 36: Ritual Servant
Out of South Carolina comes a powerful high-volume heavy metal powerhouse with a clear, unwavering focus on their faith. Our guests bring pure, aggressive, riffs that are crushing Scripture-Based, Christ-Exalted, Metal Gospel. They use the heaviest genre to deliver what they call the metal good news. All this plus more! Band information: https://ritualservant.bandcamp.com https://roxxrecords.com/search?q=ritual+servant Diego the Podcaster: Linktree: linktr.ee/diegothepodcast...
Nov. 12, 2025
Episode 35: Musician Cameron McCallister
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 35: Musician Cameron McCallister Cameron McCallister was just 14, he found his first guitar and amp at a pawn shop. All on his own, he learned to play, and for over 20 years, he's been pouring his heart and soul into his music. He can play many styles, but it's his own sound that really gets you. He sings about working hard, fighting the bottle, and the good old days. Every note and every word comes straight from his soul, right from the heart of Marion, I...
Nov. 5, 2025
Episode 34: M. Von Lindenberg “Incendiary”
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 34: M. Von Lindenberg “Incendiary” M. Von Lindenberg is an author, musician, and producer that for the last twenty-plus years has written and recorded many different styles of music. His latest book “Incendiary” takes you to a time where the world is on fire and only a specialized group of firefighters are now the line between order and collapse. All this plus more! Guest information: https://vonlindy.media/home Music: Discordant Morality "Benevol...
Guest: https://vonlindy.media/home
Oct. 29, 2025
Episode 33: Mike and Arianna Fox “The Box in the Basement”
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 33: Mike and Arianna Fox “The Box in the Basement” Mike and Arianna Fox are masters at transforming a unique, impactful vision into something real on screen. They work across sci-fi, family, horror, drama, action, and more. Their work is full of purpose and passion; the audience knows it and feels it. Together, they bring a wealth of experience in acting, filmmaking, creative design, and production. All this plus more! Guest(s) information: Traile...
Oct. 22, 2025
Episode 32: Bryan the Writer Host of “All Things Writing”
We’re diving into the shadows with Bryan the Writer who knows that a good scare is best served with a sharp mystery. He isn't here to drench you in gore but to saturate your mind in tension and dread, keeping you glued to every page late into the night. A true master of the paranormal thriller that never forgets a solid plot. All this plus more! Guest information: https://bryannowak.com | youtube.com/@bryanthewriter Bonus Overdrive Wednesday: Website: podpage.com/bonus-ov...
Oct. 15, 2025
Episode 31: David J. Greenberg on the Power of Independent Films
David J. Greenberg is a professor, screenwriter, and director who’s worked on over 60 screenplays for features, shorts and documentaries. Currently, he has a horror movie planned to film in Mexico, and a love story set to film in Atlanta, all in 2025. He’s also made award-winning documentaries and short films which have been seen world-wide. All this plus more! Guest information: https://davidjgreenberg.com Diego the Podcaster: podpage.com/bonus-overdrive-Wednesday | linktr.ee/...
Guest: https://davidjgreenberg.com
Oct. 8, 2025
Episode 30: Horror Suspense Writer Derek Barton
Author Derek Barton has been chilling readers for years. With 20 novels to his name, he’s mastered the art of suspense and horror, crafting tales that linger long after you've turned the final page. Growing up with a fascination for the dark and the fantastical, our guest's blend of influences—from classic horror to medieval fantasy. We'll dive into these fascinating works, and uncover the secrets behind their creative process. All this plus more! Guest information: https://authorderekb...
Oct. 1, 2025
Episode 29: Minute Men – Execute and Run
Lawrence C. Connolly is an acclaimed author of horror, science fiction, and fantasy, with works adapted into film and stage plays, including a new play on Edgar Allan Poe premiering this November. Christopher Connolly developed the Intellectual Property for Minute-Men, an action franchise about commandos with short-lived superpowers, which is also the basis for the new novel, Minute-Men: Execute & Run, he’s also produced work for Fortune 500 companies and for the world’s top designers and per...
Guest: https://minutemennovel.com
Sept. 17, 2025
Episode 28: DeaD Don't Die: Horror Punk from the Crypt in DeaD Moines
We're diving headfirst into the haunted heart of Dead Moines, Iowa, to unearth a band that's a truly ghoulish force: DeaD Don't Die. They’re a unique concoction in the realms of horror punk and goth rock, blending the spectral harmonies of doo-wop with the energy of old-school punk. DeaD Don't Die has conjured a sound and aesthetic that will transport you to a world where energetic darkness meets unforgettable melody. All this plus more! Guest information: https://www.sonicbids...
Sept. 3, 2025
Episode 27: Cast to Sea “Curse of the Essex”
This story is about two rival musicians who became friends because they both loved playing metal music. Despite their shared passion, they took a different path and joined the Navy. One stormy night, in separate parts of the world, they were both lost at sea and became enslaved to Davy Jones's ghostly armada. All this plus more! Guest information: https://linktr.ee/casttosea youtube.com/channel/UCCPVVC8TKMwxKbnoHoM8-8Q Bonus Overdrive Wednesday: Spotify: https://open.spotify...
Aug. 27, 2025
Episode 26: Filmmaker and Musician Evan Allen “Cybrid”
With over 20 albums to his name, Evan Allen is a prolific musician, writer, director, and filmmaker. His music has been featured in films like Lost Boys: The Tribe, and he's currently filming his next feature, A Toy Maker. His new music video "Bad Dreams" is available now. All this plus more! Make it a point to discover Cybrid, it’s a Diego the Podcaster guarantee! Guest information: IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2335750/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_5_tt_0_nm_8_in_0_q_evan%2520allen Of...
Aug. 20, 2025
Bonus Overdrive Wednesday Episode 25: Harry Carpenter “Nightmares Unbound”
On this episode of Bonus Overdrive Wednesday! Author 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 intense genres of horror, science fiction, and thrillers. All this plus more! Guest information: hcarpenterwriter.com | frightread...
Guests: hcarpenterwriter.com , frightreads.com
Aug. 12, 2025
Episode 24: "The Pennsylvania Purveyor of Rock" GrimRock
From childhood, GrimRock immersed himself in the sounds that would shape his musical style. He started with the raw energy of mid-to-late 60s garage rock, then devoured the thunderous riffs of 70s and 80s heavy metal. His musical journey continued through the 90s, embracing the dynamic shifts of alternative and grunge. This diverse blend of styles has forged a musician who embodies the past while carving out a distinct path, earning him the titles of "The Pennsylvania Purveyor of Rock" and "T...
Aug. 6, 2025
Episode 23: Author B.C. Lienesch “Happyland”
Author B.C. Lienesch is a former freelance writer, featured columnist, and editor for GuysNation.com, and an author-member of the International Thriller Writers. He's also the recent recipient of three 2024 LitStar Book Awards, including Outstanding Book Series for his Jackson Clay & Bear Beauchamp Series. His fourth novel, Happyland, will be out soon following his previous works, The Woodsman, Country Roads, and Chasing Devils All this plus more! Guest information: bclnovels.com ...
Guest: bclnovels.com
July 30, 2025
Episode 22: Award-Winning Poet & Horror Author Bryn Grover
Author Bryn Grover hails from the Old Dominion, where the Bunnyman legend thrives, his short stories are a unique blend of the weird and the unusual. With his mind behind collections like "Jamie's Closet" and “The Golem and Other Stories.” But it's not just his prose that will haunt you; his award-winning poetry, including his latest collection "Catacombs: A collection of Horror Poetry." He also actively explores abandoned places, embracing dark tourism, and indulging his fascination with gra...
July 16, 2025
Episode 21: The Horror Memorabilia Collection of Adam The Historian Ghost Hunter
Adam Begin is a vodcaster, podcaster, tour guide, talent agent, and a certified horror movie maniac. We're not just chatting—we're taking a special tour of his studio, where he'll be unveiling some of his incredible horror movie memorabilia and collectibles. All this plus more! Guest information: youtube.com/@historicallyhaunted Bonus Overdrive Wednesday: Website: podpage.com/bonus-overdrive-wednesday Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13UTRNlgZQqdonKuKaynA8?si=257b718a4...