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Middle Name Hercules
by Hannah and Meagan
THE Rock and Roll Fan Theory Podcast. From two kids who've spent too much time imagining how one-off conversations between band members must have gone. Tune in every week for new tales of how the bands you might have heard of from the 60's, 70's and 80's made it big and came back down to earth.
Episodes
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Banned (in Boston) Songs
The BBC hates Phil Collins
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Over-analyzing glam
Meagan and Hannah discuss the greatness of glam rock and spin their theoretical tires in the mud trying to figure out why it didn't come to the U.S. It was a dark and stormy night...
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Covers: Who sang it best?
Thornton vs. Presley, Yardbirds vs. Zeppelin, Redding vs. Franklin? Devo vs. the Stones?!?! The list goes on.
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Songs to Stalk To: Creepy Hits of the 80's
'81 was a very bad year.
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ROUND 2: Stones vs. Beatles
More on the supposed rivalry between two all-time greats. Also, an aside on the pronunciation of words.
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ROUND ONE: Beatles V. Stones
Have shots been fired between Macca and Jagger? Listen now for approximately half the story!
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The Only Selena
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Meagan and Hannah discuss the meteoric rise and tragic death of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. Middle Name Hercules will be moving to a bi-weekly format. Check back every other Tuesday for new episodes!
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FIRE: Universal Music Group
One of the largest incidents of loss in music history (in terms of music masters, not human life.)
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Elton John is Back
Stone cold sober as a matter of fact...
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MIDDLE NAME HERCULES: Elton John Part 1
For the premier of Season 2, Meagan and Hannah finally discuss the namesake of the worst podcast you've ever heard.
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USA! USA! USA! (Unpatriotic Songs)
Today we discuss two American anthems that aren't quite as victorious as they may sound at first. Get ready to hear about the day the music died.
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Elvis has left the podcast
We're talking about the King.
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Graceland: A Pilgrimage
Meagan and Hannah recount their visit to Graceland, the final resting place of Elvis.
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The Who, Too. (The Who Part 2)
Today we conclude our overview of the Who's career. Angst abounds: body count 13.
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The Flat: The Deaths of Cass Elliot and Keith Moon
Today we discuss two of rock and roll's most famous casualties. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts please visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or call 1-800-273-8255 (US). A list of international hotlines can be found at https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines. If you are...
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Who's on First? (The Who, Part One)
It's teen angst on amphetamines (except for Roger Daltrey, the Angry Man of Rock n' Roll.)
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Hey, Hey, LBJ... The Music of the Vietnam War
It was one of the darkest times in our collective history, and the majority of Americans had no idea of the scope of the damage done. Today we take a look at some of the songs that inspired a generation of young Americans to take to the streets in protest of the Vietnam War.
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Rolling Stones Part 2: Exile
I know it's only tax evasion, but I like it. Join us as we travel through time with the Rolling Stones.
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The Hit Recording Capitol of the World
From Aretha Franklin and Wilson Pickett to the Rolling Stones and Lynyrd Skynyrd, join us on a visit to the two tiny studios that launched major hits throughout the 50's, 60's and 70's. Welcome to Muscle Shoals, AL; Hit Recording Capital of the World. The Swamp-a-Thon to benefit the Muscle Shoals...
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The Rolling Stones Part 1: The Several Dangers of Pool
Today we examine the Rolling Stones formation and trajectory through the sixties. Body Count: 5.
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Con-tra-ver-sea-al: The "Like a Prayer" Music Video
Lil Nas X has caused a stir over the last few weeks when he released the "Montero (Call me By Your Name)" music video. It's not this first time people have been riled up by a 5 minute film, and it won't be the last. Today we discuss Madonna's 1989 video for "Like a Prayer," which remains one of…
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WATCH ALONG! "Shock Treatment"
"Rip Rip Rip" today we're watching Richard O'Brien's follow-up to The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
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WATCH ALONG! "Rocky Horror Picture Show"
Meagan and Hannah watch one of their favorite movies, talk throughout.
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Poster Girl: Cher, Part 2
Today we conclude our coverage of Cher and discuss her lasting impact in music, film, fashion, and philanthropy.
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Full legal name: Cher, Part 1
The time has come! Today we discuss the first few decades of Cher's long career.
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WATCH ALONG! "Phantom of the Paradise"
Recommended by Daniel. Enjoy a commentary of 1974's Phantom of the Paradise.
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"Heeeeeere's Grace!": Grace Jones
Model, actress and musician Grace Jones is the focus of this week's episode. Plus we take a shallow dive into the world of disco.
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Good Golly, Good Booty: Little Richard
An exceptional, controversial, and (at times) contradictory life. Here is our episode on the architect of Rock and Roll.
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Tina Turner: The One and Only
Today we feature one of rock and roll's brightest stars. Join us as we highlight Tina Turner.
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What'd I Say? The Ray Charles Episode
Join us as we trace the foundations of rhythm and blues, tock and roll, and soul music, and how Ray Charles and other black artists helped to break down racial barriers during the Civil Rights movement of the 1960's and before.
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Johnny Mercer and a Brief History of Time in Savannah, GA
Join us as we take a deep dive into the life of Johnny Mercer...'s hometown, Savannah, GA. Mercer wrote the lyrics to approximately 1,500 songs in his lifetime and went on to found Capitol Records.
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See Roger Daltrey, Feel Roger Daltrey: A Tommy Watch-Along
Hannah and Meagan screen one of their favorite movies, Tommy (1975). Join us on this somewhat shallow dive into the Who's magic rock opera.
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The Final Queen Episode: Freddie Mercury
A look at the life and voice of one of rock's greatest front men, Freddie Mercury. PLEASE NOTE: This episode was recorded in late Dec. 2020. References to the Zanzibar Revolution of 1964 were not made in connection or comparison to the January 6, 2021 riots at the U.S. Capitol.
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Queen Banjolele- The Brian May episode (pt. 3 of 4)
The third installment of our Queen special features Meagan's highlight of Dr. Brian May and a special (and reluctant) guest in the form of Hannah's little baby brother, Banjo.
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Mullets and Cars: The Roger Taylor Story (Queen Pt.2)
Meagan is on a journey of Roger Taylor discovery this week. Hannah is along for the ride.
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Queen Pt. 1: Disco Deacy
It's the most wonderful time of year, so we are discussing each member of the most wonderful band, Queen, individually. First up is quiet man of the group, John Richard Deacon born August 19, 1951.
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Is there anybody out there? Pink Floyd's "The Wall"
Hannah geeks out about Pink Floyd's "The Wall." Meagan tries. This episode sees a change in format as the team works to catch up on recording after quarantine. Listen or watch along as Middle Name Hercules screens the 1982 film of the same name.
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Banned in America: The Kinks!
Meagan discusses the legend that almost was the Kinks in this episode on the life and times of a British Invasion band that was forced to retreat at the most critical time in their career.
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Heathcliff! It's me, Kate Bush, I've come home...
Meagan is once again unenthused as Hannah geeks out about the career of another slightly off-beat artist, Kate Bush.
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Piano Man: 80% Billy Joel
In this exciting episode, Meagan discusses the career of legendary piano man, Billy Joel, while being led on frequent tangents by Hannah. Eventually she confronts her co-host about an issue that's been needling at the back of her mind for nearly five years.
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The One, The Only, The Sweet
This week we discuss our favorite bubblegum pop turned glam rock turned hard rock band: The Sweet! Note: Mick Tucker DID NOT murder his wife. Meagan is just very in to true crime at the moment.
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Like a Lead Balloon: Led Zeppelin
Meagan takes over as host in this weeks episode centered on the wild ride that was Led Zeppelin's career. Find a playlist with some of Meagan's favorite Zeppelin Tracks on Youtube.
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Spooky Little Spector Pt 2: The Death of Lana Clarkson
This week we put the final nail in the coffin of our Phil Spector coverage as we bring you our first true-crime episode on the death of actress Lana Clarkson in Spector's Alhambra mansion.
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Spooky Little Spector Pt 1: Where's Ronnie?
Today we're talking about legendary (and infamous) record producer Phil Spector and examine his life with Ronnie, leader of the Ronnettes.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
THE Rock and Roll Fan Theory Podcast. From two kids who've spent too much time imagining how one-off conversations between band members must have gone. Tune in every week for new tales of how the bands you might have heard of from the 60's, 70's and 80's made it big and came back down to earth.
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Hannah and Meagan
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THE Rock and Roll Fan Theory Podcast. From two kids who've spent too much time imagining how one-off conversations between band members must have gone. Tune in every week for new tales of how the bands you might have heard of from the 60's, 70's and 80's made it big and came back down to earth.
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