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FIRE WITH FIRE Ep. 2

Why Avenged Sevenfold Never Played It Safe: M. Shadows is my guest on the second episode of FIRE WITH FIRE, created in partnership with the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. WATCH HERE.

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FIRE With FIRE

FIRE WITH FIRE! In-depth, wide-ranging conversations with artists in the heavy music space, with the importance of free expression as the anchor. Made in partnership with the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Watch Episode 01 with Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills HERE.

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Astronomicon 8 was a blast!

It was a pleasure moderating the panels at Astronomicon 8, with guests including the great Doug Bradley, aka Pinhead (pictured), the My Name is Earl 20th anniversary cast reunion, the cast and creator of the Terrifier franchise, Theo Rossi (Sons of Anarchy), Twiztid, and more! Always a blast.

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Bloody Kisses

My short story, inspired by Type O Negative’s “Suspended in Dusk,” is part of the Bloody Kisses anthology graphic novel! Grab it here.

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Pretty Evil

I wrote the script for this killer short film, launching Ice Nine Kills’ Spencer Charnas’ new line of personal care products, Pretty Evil.

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Matsuri'25 Panel

It was an absolute pleasure moderating the "Music Festivals and Live Events: The Key to Japanese Artists' Success in the International Marketplace" panel at Matsuri'25 with esteemed music industry guests Ellen Lu, Tom Windish, and Rob Kelso!

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ONI Interviews

I am back from my first trip to Grand Cayman, where I spent several days with Jake Oni, listening to new music, eating great food, and having many conversations.

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Chronic Con

Kevin Smith Presents Chronic Con for real! The first-ever convention centered on all things Kevin Smith. I hosted several of the panels, including a great one with Shannon Elizabeth. A successful first year in Chicago. See you in 2025. Snoogans!

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