Cemetery Confessions: A Goth Talk Podcast

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!

Intermission 04/02/2025

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 an episode this month, please send thoughts, feedback and opinions on past episodes, or goth in general to: . I'll be putting together an episode where we read and respond to your feedback. Thank you for listening! /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/35870205

How *NOT* to be a Goth 03/02/2025

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 forgive the audio issues in the first half of the episode. If you enjoy the show, please support us on ! Introducing the Book 00:00 Introducing the Author 18:25 Real Goths Sacked Rome 20:10 Gothcore or Goth Subculture? 51:00 Baby Bats 1:25:15 Can High Fashion be Goth? 1:40:36 We Finally Get Angry 1:59:50 What is Goth PT. 1 2:24:00 Aging in Goth 2:44:30 What is Goth PT. 2 3:10:00 Buy from Goths 3:26:00 Interior Decorating 3:42:50 Closing thoughts 3:58:00 References: - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/35484425

Schwarze Szene: Central Europe's Dark Music (feat. Andre of The Wave of Things) 02/02/2025

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 country to country and debate whether music can be objectively goth. Our guest this episode is of and . If you enjoy the show, please support us on ! Intro 00:00 Getting Into Goth 2:15 The Wave of Things 17:00 Darker in Central Europe 26:15 What is Goth 1:01:00 The Wave of the Future 1:16:16 Entangled and Embedded, Subcultural Music 1:27:00 References: - - - - - - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/35092815

Dark Entries: Goth's Hierarchy of Whiteness 12/02/2024

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 based subculture. Our guest this episode is ! You can find them on , in and . If you enjoy this podcast, . Getting Into Goth 00:00 Gendered Goth 8:30 Racialized Goth 12:30 The Audacity of Whiteness 34:45 Conservatism and Community Praxis 52:00 Is Goth a Music Based Subculture 1:09:30 Book Nerds 1:53:00 Outro 1:59:30 References: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/34168745

Alone Together: Even Vampires can be Anxious 11/02/2024

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 and Intro 00:00 Getting into Goth 2:00 Comparing Goth Clubs 10:30 Alone Together: Goth DJs 36:00 What is Goth Music 1:01:30 Socializing with Goths 1:22:20 Live Music 1:33:40 Esotericism 1:47:40 Cybergoth 1:54:30 Outro 2:01:00 Please Help 2:02:40 Post Show Musings 2:05:13 Coming up 2:23:00 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/33677672

Goth Drama: An Interview with Veronika Sorrow 10/08/2024

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 scene. MeowMeowz: Nocturna: Support us on Patreon: Getting into Goth 00:00 Music Projects 9:45 Goth Clubs 31:49 MeowMeowz 51:45 Leaving Goth 1:06:12 Post Show Musings 1:30:20 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/33378547

I Myself Am Strange and Unusual: Neurodiversity in the Goth Scene 09/03/2024

I Myself Am Strange and Unusual: Neurodiversity in the Goth Scene cover image by 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 technically correct, review the new book , and interview a gen alpha goth! Our guests are of and , of and Please consider supporting us on ! Introductions 00:00 Goth Debate Perverts 8:00 Experience with Disability 32:00 Goth Culture's Neurodivergence 49:20 Depression and Emotional Intelligence 1:10:00 Is Goth Subversive 1:43:15 Fashion and Goths of Color 2:12:30 Conclusion 2:34:45 Book Review 2:39:45 Gen Alpha Goth 2:44:40 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/32872187

162: Facing Nostalgia: Goth Adjacent 08/04/2024

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 ! Intro: 00:00 Zombie Ghost Train - Dealing the Death Card 6:00 Blutengel - Demon Kiss 36:15 Black Sabbath - Paranoia 1:22:00 Hednagarna - Tra 2:02:00 Outro 2:40:00 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/32427702

161: Cemetery Confessions Gets Cancelled 07/02/2024

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 Please consider supporting us on ! (00:00) Intro (4:45) (6:00) Getting into Goth: Music, Nerds, and Dance (29:32) Why This Subject? (43:00) History of the Middle East (1:09:00) Zionism (1:39:00) Violence (1:59:00) How Does the Scene React /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/31966432

160: Gen Z vs. Millennials: Who's the Better Goth 06/03/2024

160: Gen Z vs. Millennials: Who's the Better Goth Cover Photo by Pascal Bauret 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 makes us cringe, where does each group stand on gatekeeping and politics, how do we go about including new genres of music under the goth umbrella, why do my knees hurt when I wake up in the morning? All this and more on this months episode of Cemetery Confessions! Our guests are of and of Please support us on ! Intro 00:00 Goth Adjacent Music 9:00 Internet and Magic 23:00 Goth Ideology 1:13:26 Is Goth Muisc Based 1:31:00 Lifestyle 1:47:20 Generational Divide 2:01:00 Post Show Musing 2:17:00 References: - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/31582967

Music Mausoleum: Attrition 05/20/2024

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 not brought up during our discussion of his various projects. If you enjoy the show, please support us on ! /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/31341557

158: Noughties: The Story of Goth in the 2000's 05/02/2024

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 2010. All this and more as we walk through the story of goth in the late 90’s and early 2000’s with a panel of goths who lived through it. Our guests this month are , and . If you enjoy the show, please support us on ! Intro 00:00 90's 3:48 Club Scene 11:20 Life in the 2000's 44:25 Columbine and 9/11 1:20:30 Goth Was Just Different 1:37:00 Vampires: 2:05:00 Emo vs. Goth 2:15:40 Find More 2:30:00 Fashion 2:34:08 Mallgoth 2:50:00 References: - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/31000383

157: The Goth Umbrella: Gatekeepers, Poseurs and Historicity 04/03/2024

157: The Goth Umbrella: Gatekeepers, Poseurs and Historicity We're speaking with 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! | | If you enjoy the show, please support us on ! Intro 00:00 Turning Goth 2:41 Is goth too serious 11:00 Influence 20:30 Meltdown Magazine 25:28 What is Goth Music 35:30 The Goth Umbrella 45:55 Goth Fashion and Transgression 59:34 How has Goth Changed 1:08:38 Music 1:17:15 Sexism 1:27:00 Goth vs. Gothic 1:31:30 Zines 1:33:00 Outro 1:41:30 Post Show Musings 1:46:30 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/30668808

156: Desi Goth 03/02/2024

156: Desi Goth We're speaking with 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 ! Intro 00:00 Cultural Influence in Goth Music 6:30 South Asian Goth Aesthetic 16:40 What is Goth Music 33:10 Queer Identity 37:30 What is Goth 42:37 Pishach 51:30 Fast Fashion 55:33 Cultural Appropriation 1:03:10 State of Goth Music 1:21:45 Outro 1:38:30 References: - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/30168553

Music Mausoleum: Temple of Angels 02/20/2024

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 libraries and more. Intro 00:00 Album Review 5:50 Sinister Suggestions 1:11:25 More Album Recs 1:20:20 References: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/29933913

154: Gothic Art 02/02/2024

154: Gothic Art On this episode we speak with and about their project, . 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 goth community and more. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Intro 00:00 Guest Introductions 2:30 What is GROTA 12:20 Why GROTA 22:15 Art and the Internet 27:42 Inclusivity and Gatekeeping 39:30 Dark Market 43:30 AI Art 49:10 Philosophy of Art 1:10:15 Is goth too safe 1:21:23 Post Show Musings 1:40:15 References: - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/29735423

153: Juicy Juicy: Cemetery Comrades 12/02/2023

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. , , , , If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Azy Suggestions: - - Ryan Suggestions: - - (use code ‘Cemetery Confessions’ in the memo box!) - - - - - - - Trae Suggestions: - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/28887858

152: We Talked About 'Big Tiddy Goth GFs' 11/02/2023

152: We Talked About 'Big Tiddy Goth GFs' We talk to , 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 and . Find Dr. Soper on , and If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Intro 00:00 Getting into goth 2:45 Are Goths Depressed 12:35 Do Goths Make Better Lovers 26:40 The Goth GF 37:00 Porn 53:45 Neurospicy Sex 58:20 Death and Sex 1:04:10 ACE 1:07:00 Trauma 1:13:00 Tik-Tok Pathology 1:17:50 Recomendations 1:29:30 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/28489301

151: Music Mausoleum: TELARAÑA 10/18/2023

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 this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Intro 00:00 Is Goth Music Stale 2:45 Darkwave Burnout 17:00 Album Review: 32:50 Sinister Suggestions: 1:03:50 -Castlevania: Nocturne -Only Murders in the Building - - - - - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/28302227

150: What we Learned from the World's Largest Goth Survey 10/04/2023

150: What we Learned from the World's Largest Goth Survey We speak with 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 role the internet has played in the development of goth culture and more. , on page 74. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Intro 00:00 Origin story 3:15 Study Results and Methodology 7:00 Role of Death and the Past in Goth 27:15 Resistance to the "mainstream" 42:23 Goth Fashion Through Plenitude 49:20 Semiotics and Appropriation 1:02:18 Socio-Aesthetic 1:14:45 The Internet 1:19:00 Aging in Goth 1:31:30 Post Show Musings 1:55:30 References: - - - - - - - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/28218206

149: Random Goth Convergence 09/02/2023

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, and even what our favorite Anime's are. We also hear from the bands Cemetery Siren and Allie Frost on All Goth Considered! You can on , , and . Introduction 00:00 Getting Into Goth 1:32 Goth in Ireland 28:10 Random Goth Couple 44:55 Anime 55:45 The History of Goth Culture 1:01:15 Is Goth Dying 1:19:22 Is Goth just an Aesthetic 1:41:50 All Goth Considered 2:08:50 Post Show Musings 2:22:30 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/27904047

148: Music Mausoleum - Voyna 08/17/2023

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 , and ! Album Review: Sinister Suggestions: 49:00 - - - - - - - - - - All Goth Considered 1:06:15 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/27771993

147: From Punk to Goth: Terri Kennedy and Ipso Facto 08/02/2023

147: From Punk to Goth: Terri Kennedy and Ipso Facto Terri Kennedy of 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 and a lot more! It’s a packed discussion focusing on the life and passions of a staple in the California goth scene. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! No timestamps this episode! We switch topics about every 5 minutes which would make for a nightmare string of bookmarks so sit back and enjoy the show. References: /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/27631221

146: Facing Nostalgia, Again (Part 2) 07/17/2023

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 and ! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Intro 00:00 Saviouir Machine 2:15 Collide - Beneath the Skin 39:00 Circumversor - Winter in Berlin 2:07:10 Outro 2:21:00 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/27482181

145: Facing Nostalgia, Again (Part 1) 07/03/2023

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, joke about vampires and fall down numerous ADHD rabbit holes. Our guests are and ! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Music from the Succubus Club 2:00 Wytches - Inkubus Sukkubus 1:05:00 All Goth Considered 2:14:00 /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/27351033

144: Music Mausoleum - Belgrado 06/16/2023

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 Darkness’, among other subjects. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! 00:00 Living with Chronic Illness 35:00 The Art of Darkness 49:00 Album Recommendations 1:07:45 All Goth Considered 1:22:30 Outro - 1:36:00 Band Links: - - - - - - - - - - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/27078057

143: TikTok and the Modern Goth 06/02/2023

143: TikTok and the Modern Goth Grab the new ! 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, gatekeepers and more! Our guests this month are , , , and . (and ) If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! Intro 00:00 Goth on TikTok 17:30 Local vs Digital 27:30 TikTok and Music 36:40 Goth Box 1:01:00 Mainstream representations of goth 1:11:30 Identity 1:24:50 Politics 1:43:00 Gatekeepers and Poseurs 1:55:45 Outro /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/26941371

142: Music Mausoleum - The Cemetary Girlz 05/17/2023

142: Music Mausoleum - The Cemetary Girlz Dedicated in memoriam of Sanctus Manium. You can donate to . 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 Hororhaus. If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! 00:00 Album Review 37:20 Sinister Suggestions 1:06:40 All Goth Considered 1:30: 45 In Memoriam Sinister Suggestions: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Покой - - /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/26758209

141: Polyam Jam 05/02/2023

141: Polyam Jam Grab the new ! 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 challenges of romantic and aromantic relationships, unearthing toxic mononormative expectations, dissecting the causes and conditions of jealousy, recounting stereotypes and providing an incisive and practically applicable deep dive into integrating ones life with others you care about. Our guests this month are and ! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! 00:00 Intro 5:30 Poly History 15:40 Maintaining Relationships 32:30 Chronic Illness 37:15 Swimming Against the Current 40:00 Sharing Space 52:50 Romancing Goths 1:01:20 Managing Jealousy 1:16:00 Expanding the Polycule 1:22:20 Mononormative Hangover 1:42:30 Considering Polyamory 1:56:35 Outro /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/26715333

140: Enacting Goth 04/02/2023

140: Enacting Goth Grab the new ! 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 Reflection Black, share some book and music recommendations, and hear from the mouths of A Cloud of Raves, Plague Pits and WitchHands in All Goth Considered! If you enjoy the show and want to hear this months exclusive bonus episode, head over to ! 00:00 Intro 6:50 Paulo's Musical History 16:20 Anthropocentrism 24:45 Specificity 31:40 Dichotomies 42:05 Ontological Multiplicity 50:45 A Water Bottle 1:03:50 Enacting Worlds 1:09:30 Enacting Goth 1:18:00 Gender 1:28:40 Adjudication 1:37:30 Psychadelics and Embededness 1:43:20 Identity 2:14:55 Album Review 2:44:25 Sinister Suggestions - - - - - - - - - - - 2:59:15 All Goth Considered 3:20:00 Outro /episode/index/show/cemeteryconfessions/id/26388393

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