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EPISODE · Nov 30, 2018 · 41 MIN

Ep 213 - John Mellencamp, kd lang, Songs We Hate To Love, Cool Song Facts

from Famous Lost Words · host Bell Media

John Mellencamp is featured in two interviews from the late '90s. Far removed from his early '80s brashness, John is more chilled out and thankful for his enduring career. Also: a great 2004 chat with kd lang. Tom & Christopher share their not-so-great interview experiences with kd. Plus: "Songs We Hate To Love" - a hilarious debate about some of the worst songs ever that still hold a special place in our hearts. And Cool Song Facts with the story behind a powerful hippie-era classic!

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When we featured John Mellencamp a few months ago, he was just brash young breakout star.  This week, we have two interesting chats from the late '90s.  John is a much different guy... instead of cranky, he's chilled out.  Instead...

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