Rock the Cash Bar
by Dianne Gallagher, Ben Mowbray
Welcome to Rock the Cash Bar with hosts Ben Mowbray and Dianne Gallagher. Every week we pick one song and do a deep dive into the lyrics and explore all the different ways they have been interpreted. We will also discuss how the song connected to us on a personal level, focusing on all the embarrassing details. Glad to have you here!Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/rockthecashbar
Episodes
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Final Live Show with Greg Warren, Rob Mungle & Jeremy Essig
The final episode of Rock the Cash Bar podcast, filmed live on Saturday, January 6th at Sixes and Sevens in Houston, Texas. Rob Mungle tells the story of Live Aid as you've never heard before! Thank you to everyone who listened, shared and supported the podcast for the last FOUR years. We love…
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Live Show! January 6th
LIVE SHOW: Saturday, January 6th 5pm! FREE! Sixes and Sevens 2010 Waugh (next to Rudyards) Greg Warren Andy Huggins Rob Mungle Jeremy Essig Buy your tickets to see Greg Warren headline The Riot right after our show! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music
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What's the Frequency, Kenneth - R.E.M.
Episode 183: This week we discuss What's the Frequency, Kenneth by R.E.M. Withdrawal in disgust is not the same as apathy. This is the FINAL in-studio episode! Our last podcast will be a LIVE show January 6th, 5pm at The Riot! Mark your calendars and let's ROCK together! Special THANK YOU Chuck...
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This Charming Man -The Smiths
Episode 182: This week we discuss This Charming Man by The Smiths. Maybe we don't know so much about these things. But we love this song. This is our second to last episode before our LIVE show in January!! Stay tuned for details! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music
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Fairytale of New York - The Pogues RE-Run!
Episode 182: Shane MacGowan of The Pogues passed away today so this week we are posting a re-run episode of Fairytale of New York with guest, Robin Weinburgh. Rest easy, Shane. We love you. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty Pleasures vocals
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Forever Young -Rod Stewart
Episode 181: This week we discuss Forever Young by Rod Stewart. I really thought I was going to cry in this episode, but instead I made inappropriate jokes! And a very special guest joins us at the end. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music
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Waiting Room -Fugazi
Episode 180: This week we discuss Waiting Room by Fugazi. I am a patient boy. (Holds mic up to audience…) Come on an get up. Fight for what you want to be. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music
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Criminal -Fiona Apple
Episode 179: This week we discuss Criminal by Fiona Apple. You had us at bad, bad girl. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music
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She -Jelly Roll
Episode 178: This week we discuss She by Jelly Roll. An honest talk about addiction and recovery. The soaring success of Jelly Roll shows that we connect with each other when we talk about our struggles, not our perfections. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music **********...
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Emperor's New Clothes -Sinead O'Conner
Episode 177: This week we discuss Emperor's New Clothes by Sinead O'Conner. They laugh 'cause they know they're untouchable, not because what she said was wrong. She sleeps with a clear conscience. She sleeps… in peace. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage and Eddie Hawkins: Intro music ********** Join...
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Ridiculist PODSWAP!
Episode 176: PODSWAP WEEK! Enjoy this episode from our friends at The Ridiculist! Special THANK YOU Thank you to Jen O'Neill and Sally Brooks! ********** Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/rockthecashbar If you would like to help support Rock the Cash Bar we have some fun perks for…
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Such Great Heights -The Postal Service
Episode 175: This week we discuss Such Great Heights by The Postal Service. The lovely idealization of love from afar. Sing it into the midnight air, windows rolled down while zooming down the freeway! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of The...
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A Pirate Looks at Forty -Jimmy Buffett
Episode 174: This week we discuss A Pirate Looks at Forty by Jimmy Buffett. A final ode to summer with a margarita in hand and sand between the toes. Rest easy, Jimmy. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of The Clash ********** We have a Patreon...
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Snowball in Hell -They Might Be Giants
Episode 173: This week we discuss Snowball in Hell by They Might Be Giants with special guest, Nolan Pearson. If you've ever worked in sales or customer service you'll relate to the string of miserable metaphors. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six…
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Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered -Ella Fitzgerald
Episode 172: This week we discuss Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered by Ella Fitzgerald. Oh, we've all been there. The emotional rollercoaster of a new love, even if they're just a half-pint imitation. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of The...
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Crossbones Style -Cat Power
Episode 171: This week we discuss Crossbones Style by Cat Power. When your nightmares surround you like a tornado you grab a guitar and divide them into six new songs. Well, SHE does, anyway. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty Pleasures vocals Jeremy...
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This is The Day -The The
Episode 170: This week we discuss This is the Day by The The. Is it hopeful or is it pleading? Are you building a good past for your future? Can you choose happiness? Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of The Clash ********** We have a Patreon...
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Lucille - Little Richard
Episode 169: We're BACK! This week we discuss Lucille by the true King of Rock – Little Richard. The innovator. The originator. The architect. …shut up. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of The Clash ********** We have a Patreon Page!...
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WAP - Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion
Episode 168: This week we discuss WAP by Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion with special guest, Kelly Butler. This is an X-rated show, folks! Adult content! Macaroni in a pot! You click it, you mop it. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty Pleasures vocals...
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Simple Kind of Life -No Doubt
Episode 167: This week we discuss Simple Kind of Life by No Doubt. The complications of a simple life after a certain age. Being faithful to freedom. And how responsibility to another sets a pattern of better personal behavior. We get IN it. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro...
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Nutbush City Limits -Tina Turner
Episode 166: This week we discuss the life of Tina Turner. We start where it began with the song, Nutbush City Limits and then do our best to keep up with her through the rest of her feisty journey. She was... simply the best. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy...
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If I Had a Boat -Lyle Lovett
Episode 165: This week we discuss If I Had a Boat by Lyle Lovett! I want to take my horse to the old town, wait, wrong song. I want to take my pony on my boat and ride far away from all my responsibilities! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty…
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Freedom! '90 - George Michael
Episode 164: This week James Yasko returns to the Cash Bar, this time to discuss Freedom! '90 by George Michael. Sometimes the clothes do not make the man and you need to get supermodels to help you drive this point home! James Yasko Blog: https://www.astroscounty.com Podcast: Lima Time Time...
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TV Set -The Cramps
Episode 163: Psychobilly, rockabilly, gothabilly, hillbilly boogie! Dianne and Corban Gallagher discuss TV Set by The Cramps in this quickie bonus episode! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music ********** We have a Patreon Page! https://www.patreon.com/rockthecashbar If you...
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Episode 162: Depeche Mode
Episode 162: This week Dianne takes a ride with her best friend, Ben as we discuss her favorite band, Depeche Mode. Let us take you on a trip around the world and back and show you the world of DM through our eyes. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music ********** We have a...
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She's Like the Wind -Patrick Swayze with guest, Greg Warren
Episode 161: This week we discuss She's Like the Wind by Patrick Swayze with the man who's like the wind in our tree. The Salesman, Greg Warren, ladies and gentlemen. Don't skip this one. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty Pleasures vocals Jeremy...
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Against All Odds -Phil Collins
Episode 160: This week we discuss Against All Odds by Phil Collins, with guest, Rob Mungle. How could she just walk away from him? Turn around and see him cry! Such a sad victim. But … was he? Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty Pleasures vocals…
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Murder Ballads
Episode 159: This week Jeremy Essig joins us to talk about MURDER BALLADS and why we love them. Jealousy, cheating, revenge or just a psychopath? What's the motive? Tune in. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music ********** We have a Patreon Page!...
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Paradise by the Dashboard Light -Meat Loaf
Episode 158: This week we discuss Paradise by the Dashboard Light by Meat Loaf with guest, Seth Payne! Teenagers losing their virginity in a car - in three acts. The tension, the drama and the aftermath! We've all been there. (Except for Dianne). Seth Payne Payne and Pendergast on Sports Radio…
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Where Did You Sleep Last Night / In the Pines
Episode 157: This week we discuss the evolution of Where Did You Sleep Last Night / In the Pines by Nirvana (and others). Long trains, lovers and leeches. Banjos, prison and werewolf screams. Come shiver. Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of The...
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If I Ever Leave This Word Alive -Flogging Molly
Episode 156: This week we discuss If I Ever Leave This World Alive by Flogging Molly. The madness you feel will soon subside. Come sit beside our feet and know that we'll be here when it all gets weird. Thank you, Helen Wildy @howthehelen Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro…
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I Can See Clearly Now -Johnny Nash
Episode 155: Who needs some JOY in their life this week? Well, this song and this guest are the perfect combo! This week we discuss I Can See Clearly Now by Johnny Nash with guest, comedian Jason Lawhead. What a pleasure. Nothing but yacht rock and blue skies! Jason Lawhead...
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Since You Been Gone -Rainbow
Episode 154: This week we discuss Since You Been Gone by Rainbow. Yes, Rainbow. Not Kelly Clarkson. It's an upbeat breakup song, yadda yadda, did you know Ritchie Blackmore does Ren Fest music now? This was fun. Deep Cuts Dianne: DOA - Bloodrock Ben: Wish You Were Here - Blackmore's Night Special...
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Love the Way You Lie, Pt 2 -Rihanna
Episode 153: This week we discuss Love the Way You Lie, Pt 2 by Rihanna. We're definitely having a hard time watching Rihanna standing there getting burned. Therapy, people. Come on. Therapy. Deep Cuts When I Needed You -Erasure Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy...
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Peek-a-Boo -Siouxsie and the Banshees
Episode 152: This week we discuss Peek-a-Boo by Siouxsie and the Banshees. Furtive eyes peep out of holes. Peepshows and creeps and no Mrs. Mowbrays allowed! We love Queen Siouxsie. Deep Cuts The Last Beat of My Heart -DeVotchKa Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy...
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Metal Health (Bang Your Head) -Quiet Riot
Episode 151: This week we discuss Metal Health (Bang Your Head) by Quiet Riot with guest, comedian Andy Andrist! No losers. No weepers. Mouths like alligators. Might need to stretch before this one. Andy Andrist https://www.naturejack.com Podcast: Issues With Andy Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage &...
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Killing in the Name -Rage Against the Machine
Episode 150: This week we discuss Killing in the Name by Rage Against the Machine. Tackle a touchy subject? We tickle its pickle a little. And I love you, Tom Morello. -Dianne. Deep Cuts Dianne: Killing the Blues -Shawn Colvin February Patreon Drawing Winner Jeff Lewis Special THANK YOU Chuck...
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Float On -Modest Mouse
Episode 149: This week we discuss Float On by Modest Mouse. For a song this positive and straight forward we get wildly off track with very little modesty. Beards, boobs and blood you say? NSFW. Deep Cuts Ben: Honky Tonk Blood -Johnny Falstaff Dianne: A Party -Big Audio Dynamite Special THANK YOU...
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Shake it Out -Florence +The Machine
Episode 148: This week we discuss Shake it Out by Florence + The Machine. It's 2023. No more dancing with that devil on your back. Let's bury that horse in the ground and restart. Deep Cuts Ben: We Don't Need Another Hero -Tina Turner Dianne: Change Your Mind -Gary Numan ft. Edward Sharpe Special...
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New Years Day -U2
Episode 147: This week we discuss New Years Day by U2. Happy New Year, everyone! Grab some hair of the dog and let's talk about strained relationships, being together again and the Polish trade union! It's 2023. Let's all begin again. Deep Cuts Ben: Fade to Grey, Visage Dianne: The Appeal, The...
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Loving Her Was Easier -Waylon Jennings
Episode 145: This week we discuss Loving Her Was Easier by Waylon Jennings. Outlaw country, escaping death, cocaine, women, children and Sean Rouse interviewing Willie Nelson. We cover a lot of Texas ground here. Deep Cuts Ben: Highway, Highway Women Dianne: I'm Gonna Love You Back to Loving Me...
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Mistress for Christmas - AC/DC
Episode 144: This week we discuss Mistress for Christmas by AC/DC. (Our) parents and prudes might wanna skip this one, but if like a naughty adult splash in your holiday spirit, this episode is for you! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of…
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Last Christmas -Wham!
Episode 143: This week we discuss Last Christmas by Wham! Grab some Grand Mariner and hot wassail because we're getting into the Christmas spirit! You've just been Whamboozled! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of Tinted Windows ********** We…
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Californication -Red Hot Chili Peppers
Episode 142: This week we discuss Californication by Red Hot Chili Peppers with guest, comedian Billy Wayne Davis! First born unicorns, Cobain & Alderaan. California, capitalism and comedy. Is this what you're craving? Billy Wayne Davis https://www.bwdtour.com Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage &…
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Peppers & Phish BONUS episode
Episode 141: Our buddy Dale Cheesman is BACK for a special day-after-Thanksgiving BONUS episode! WHY? Listen and find out! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of Tinted Windows ********** We have a Patreon Page!...
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Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots
Episode 140: This week we discuss Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots by The Flaming Lips. Psychedelics, karate, herpes, tornados, furries, Long John Silvers, covid bubbles, asians, Juri Gagarin. Listen, guys… you're just going to have to listen. Sally Brooks Album: Street Bird Deep Cuts Ben: Juri...
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Hanging on the Telephone -Blondie
Episode 139: This week we discuss Hanging on the Telephone by Blondie. Wow, we get DARK in this episode! We innapropriately giggle throught it, as usual. Dial in. Dianne's Deep Cut Don't Walk -The Big Supreme Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of...
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Bad Romance -Lady Gaga
Episode 138: This week we discuss Bad Romance by Lady Gaga with guest, Alyssa Rubich Paul. We want your psycho and your vertigo shtick! Je vex ton amour. Alyssa: Twitter @Lissielys https://www.soundcloud.com/alyssarubich Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling:...
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Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers -Primus
Episode 137: This week we discuss Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers by Primus with guest, Matty Kirsch. Grab a cup of Joe or hit the blue room and join us for a great time! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Sara Wessling: Guilty Pleasures vocals Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees...
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Mr. Jones -Counting Crows
Episode 136: This week we discuss Mr. Jones by Counting Crows. First thing to understand is that Mr. Jones is NOT his penis. To understand the rest, you'll have to listen! Special THANK YOU Chuck Savage & Eddie Hawkins: Intro music Jeremy Essig: Six Degrees of Tinted Windows ********** We have a...
About this show
Welcome to Rock the Cash Bar with hosts Ben Mowbray and Dianne Gallagher. Every week we pick one song and do a deep dive into the lyrics and explore all the different ways they have been interpreted. We will also discuss how the song connected to us on a personal level, focusing on all the embarrassing details. Glad to have you here!Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/rockthecashbar
Hosted by
Dianne Gallagher, Ben Mowbray