Cemetery Confessions: A Goth Talk Podcast
Society & Culture
About
The world's number 1 Goth talk podcast! We discuss news related to the goth experience with a different guest each month, exploring the history, music, literature, fashion and community of the culture. We also feature interviews with artists and academics, album, book and movie reviews, debates, drama and more!
Episodes
- Swedish Goth
This episode of Cemetery Confessions delves into the Swedish goth scene, discussing music, culture, and how perceptions of goth change with age. Guests include Andreas of Morlocks and Dark Side Cowboys, and Dani Scythe.
- Back From the Grave: Goth's Next Wave
Cemetery Confessions features guests Nat and Chelsea from Chicago Gothic Events discussing the increased attendance at goth events, the experiences of younger goths, maintaining safe club environments, and the significance of community.
- Becoming Goth: Dance as Transformation
This episode of Cemetery Confessions explores how dance, movement, and emotion can embody the spirit of Goth. Guests Yasmine, Tony, and Hani discuss the cultural meaning of dance, the inclusive nature of Goth dancefloors, and what to expec…
- Goth Music: The Art of Resistance
This episode of Cemetery Confessions features Dr. Goth and Brit discussing goth music, including its definition, its historical role in countercultural resistance, and its connections to camp and The Gothic. Charles Mueller shares insights…
- Grave Confessions: Unraveling Goth Identities
This episode of Cemetery Confessions delves into goth identities and community, examining the goth mindset, neurodivergence, and feminist perspectives within the subculture. Guests Heather and Vesta from the Open Graves podcast join the di…
- Who, What, When, Where and Why is Goth
Our guest Sam Harrison Emm of the band Hurtsfall joins us to run the gamut of goth. From gatekeeping, to goth in the mainstream, to defining goth. From the US to the UK we'll figure out this whole goth thing one way or another. If you enjo…
- Learning to Die
This episode we are exploring grief, how dreams can prepare us for the ultimate transformation, and what it means to die mindfully. Our guest is Ale Salinas of Grave Love , The Coffin Cards and the Chicago Death Doula Collective . If you e…
- Goth Drag with May May Graves
On this episode we are exploring the history of Drag alongside the evolution of goth. We'll also touch on gender and what it's like to escape from a conservative evangelical belief, into a world of queer goth weirdos. Our guest is May May…
- Facing Nostalgia: Your Favorite Album Sucks
Remember that album from 20 years ago that you hated and never gave another chance? Would you feel differently about that album now with all your subsequent forays into new music? We are going to test that theory today by revisiting 4 clas…
- Countercultural Fascism
On this episode we explore the history of Nazi symbolism in goth and industrial music, the impact of euro-centrism on goth and the connection of figures like Boyd Rice to white supremacist networks. Our guest is Spencer Sunshine , author o…
- Death and Deathrock
Photo of Missy by: Roberto Badillo Photography We chat with Missy and Ryan of Obsidian about the lack of deathrock in the goth scene, their personal experiences with death, and what it means to live a meaningful life. Mental Crises Support…
- Dark Sanctuary: A Home for the Socially Homeless
On this episode we are discussing the recently released documentary ' Dark Sanctuary: The Story of the Church '. We chat up Timothy Stevens and DJ Joe Virus about the importance of a home for the socially outcast, explore the musical histo…
- Goth's Phantasmagoria: It's About Community
Phantasmagoria, noun a bizarre or fantastic combination, collection, or assemblage On this episode we chat with Sondra about the connections between the Metal and Goth subculture, why the internet is so upset about 'fake goth girls' making…
- Intermission
For those who don't know, due to unemployment and disability my family and are are forced to move out of our home. The process has been incredibly stressful and has kept me from being able to put together an episode this month. In liue of…
- How *NOT* to be a Goth
On this episode we dive deep into the new book 'How to be a Goth'. We'll talk about the shift from subculture to mainstream adoption, argue about celebrities being 'goth-coded', debate if high fashion can be goth, and a lot more. Please fo…
- Schwarze Szene: Central Europe's Dark Music (feat. Andre of The Wave of Things)
We are taking a journey to Central Europe to speak with Andre from The Wave of Things. Throughout our tour we'll be exploring the music and scene of central and eastern Europe, discussing the variation of subcultural expression from countr…
- Dark Entries: Goth's Hierarchy of Whiteness
In this episode we are going to explore Goth's White Hegemony: Racism, Gatekeeping and Identity. We'll be looking at the ways the mechanisms of white supremacy show up in the goth scene, what we can do about it, and whether goth is a music…
- Alone Together: Even Vampires can be Anxious
We compare goth aesthetics and ideals of goth communities across America, discuss what makes goth music goth, and swap clubbing stories. Our guests are Ophelia and Viktor Please Support us on Patreon! Intro 00:00 Getting into Goth 2:00 Com…
- Goth Drama: An Interview with Veronika Sorrow
Our conversation this month takes many a twist and turn as we cover the life and times of Veronika Sorrow. From her dark origins, to her Siouxsie Sioux cover band, her 80's retro shop MeowMeowz, and her eventual departure from the goth sce…
- I Myself Am Strange and Unusual: Neurodiversity in the Goth Scene
cover image by @artist_mdc Turns out goths are weird. On this episode we explore the impact of emotional disorders and disabilities like depression, autism, ADHD and chronic illness. We also discuss why goth's are too obsessed with being t…
- 162: Facing Nostalgia: Goth Adjacent
This month we explore 4 formative albums, and discuss what the hell goth adjacent even means. We're looking at Zombie Ghost Train, Blutengel, Black Sabbath and Hednagarna! Please consider supporting us on Patreon ! Intro: 00:00 Zombie Ghos…
- 161: Cemetery Confessions Gets Cancelled
This month we take a look at Gaza and the history of the Middle East. We'll explore the current conflict in the region and discuss how world events shape and impact the goth scene. Our guest this episode is Hani Please consider supporting…
- 160: Gen Z vs. Millennials: Who's the Better Goth
Cover Photo by Pascal Bauret https://www.instagram.com/pascal.de.paris.fotos/ It's the battle of decades. How do Gen Z and Millennials define goth differently, has goth lost it's mystery and magic when we can access everything online, what…
- Music Mausoleum: Attrition
On this episode we discuss why no one knows what the hell 'darkwave' is, explore Trae's piano fetish, oh and we review some albums as well. Of note: This episode was recorded before the tragic death of Steve Albini, which is why this was n…
- 158: Noughties: The Story of Goth in the 2000's
Why did goths change the way they interacted with outsiders after Columbine, why was fashion of the time starkly different from today, why was gatekeeping part of the scene in the first place, and why weren't goths allowed to smile before…
- 157: The Goth Umbrella: Gatekeepers, Poseurs and Historicity
We're speaking with Natasha Sharf about goth drama, debating whether goth is an umbrella term or not, exploring the impact of goth fashion leaking into the mainstream and much more! Authored Books | Prog Magazine | Young Limbs Numb Hymns I…
- 156: Desi Goth
We're speaking with Willow Scarlet about South Asian fashion in the goth scene, the need for diversity in goth music, their experience as a goth in India and more. If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon ! Intro 00:00 Cultural…
- Music Mausoleum: Temple of Angels
We're taking an in depth look at what kinds of creativity are possible within a dark scene framework through the new release by Temple of Angels, Endless Pursuit. We'll also share a list of quick fire album recommendations, chat about libr…
- 154: Gothic Art
On this episode we speak with Vincent and Victor about their project, Gothe Residency of the Arts . We'll debate the place of AI art, explore whether goth can still transgress or has become too safe, wax poetic about the role of art in the…
- 153: Juicy Juicy: Cemetery Comrades
Azy, Ryan and Trae get together to discuss what the future of goth holds and whether goth music has gone stale. Obscura Undead , YouTube , Bandcamp WitchHands , Circumversor , The Arbitrarium If you enjoy the show and want to hear this mon…
- 152: We Talked About 'Big Tiddy Goth GFs'
We talk to Dr. Jordan Soper , certified Sex Therapist and Psychologist, about the overwhelming sexualization of goth girls, the relationship of depression to goths, porn and much more! We also hear some new singles from Blood Bells and Got…
- 151: Music Mausoleum: TELARAÑA
We're discussing whether or not modern goth is stale, why so many of us are burned out on Darkwave and Post-Punk, reviewing the new album from TELARAÑA and reviewing a slew of recent album releases! If you enjoy the show and want to hear t…
- 150: What we Learned from the World's Largest Goth Survey
We speak with Emma to uncover the insights gleaned from her PhD study, which surveyed thousands of goths across dozens of countries! We'll explore the relationship of death to goth identity, what truly makes goth fashion unique, debate the…
- 149: Random Goth Convergence
This month we speak to YouTube's Random Goth Couple about a range of topics! We consider whether or not goth's love of the 80's has caused it to stagnate, the role of goth aesthetic in popular culture, what the scene is like in Ireland, an…
- 148: Music Mausoleum - Voyna
We are reviewing the newest album from Voyna as well as a new crop of fresh darkwave, post-punk and goth releases. We also hear from Azy Bats as they interview Lovataraxx , Pleasure Victim and Happy Phantom ! Album Review: Voyna - And the…
- 147: From Punk to Goth: Terri Kennedy and Ipso Facto
Terri Kennedy of Ipso Facto has graced us with her presence on this episode! We discuss punk and deathrock in the 70's and 80's, hear stories about Shadow Project and the LA deathrock scene, feminism, recount various goth fashion trends an…
- 146: Facing Nostalgia, Again (Part 2)
We continue our journey through our babybat memories with 2 more albums: Saviouir Machine s/t and Collide - Beneath the Skin. We also feature a new track from Circomversor. Our guests are Azy Bats and Ryan ! If you enjoy the show and want…
- 145: Facing Nostalgia, Again (Part 1)
We're taking a trip down memory lane in this 2 part episode. First up we're talking about Music from the Succubus Club and Inkubus Sukkubus. We discuss the impact of these albums in our lives and the scene, breakdown the song structure, jo…
- 144: Music Mausoleum - Belgrado
Another music focused episode see's us reviewing the newest album from Belgrado after 7 years of silence, quick fire reviews of new releases, Obscura Undead's All Goth Considered, and some discussion around the new book 'The Art of Darknes…
- 143: TikTok and the Modern Goth
Grab the new Cemetery Confessions Perfume Oil ! This episode we're having a roundtable panel discussion about the goth community on tiktok and social media's utility to the scene as well as mainstream representations of goth, gender, gatek…
- 142: Music Mausoleum - The Cemetary Girlz
Dedicated in memoriam of Sanctus Manium. You can donate to funeral costs here . We are reviewing the new album from The Cemetary Girlz, reviewing 15 recent releases and hearing from Azy Bats as they interview Aux Animaux, Antipole, and Hor…
- 141: Polyam Jam
Grab the new Cemetery Confessions Perfume Oil ! This month we're exploring the intricacies of relationships in the goth scene with a focus on the dynamics of polyamory. We'll be sharing our own personal insights gained from facing the chal…
- 140: Enacting Goth
Grab the new Cemetery Confessions Perfume Oil ! This month we are speaking with Paulo about how reality comes into being. Goth identity formation and gatekeeping are also among the topics explored. We also review the new album from Reflect…
- 139: Gatekeeping Mallgoths
This episode we return to form by settling down in the gothic parlor for a wide ranging discussion on goth. The history of mallgoth, the relevance of gatekeeping, how to run an event, body shaming and aesthetic expectations and more! We al…
- 138: Gothic Gangster
This month we are chatting with Trever Aeon, a goth professional wrestler about how his passion for wrestling and love of goth music. We also have a long form album review for the of bleached cross, sinister suggestions, and Azy returns wi…
- 137: The Gothquisition (6)
They hate us because they ain't us. The sneering elite return to set the internet straight. Prepare your bathole The Gothquisition is back to rip the poseurs again! Consider supporting us on Patreon Introduction Goth's got Mainstream Song…
- 136: From Sound to Subculture
How can goth be consistently distinctive when it's so musically diverse? If goth is all about the music, how does that transform a group of people into a community based subculture? How do social spaces give rise to meaningful cultural sub…
- 135: Talking Death
On this episode we speak with Mandy of Keeper and TalkDeath about death technology, dealing with nihilism, what legacy means to us and how meditation on death puts into focus what's important in our lives. We also have All Goth Considered…
- 134: Facing Nostalgia
We'll be looking back at albums formative to our goth experience and discussing if they hold up to our standards today as well as how they fit into the cultural milieu of the scene at the time. Obscura Undead also joins us to interview Van…
- 133: Music and Identity
This episode we are talking about the state of music scene, whether or not goth identity is authentic and responding to Faderhead's hot take on song lyrics. We also review the new album from Czarina, share our thoughts on new releases this…