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Strange Currencies
by Strange Currencies
Join Matt, Glenn, and Tim from Strange Currencies as they discuss a wide range of topics from a century of pop music history.
Episodes
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Episode 2.15: St. Louis Record Store Crawl
In this special episode of the podcast, Matt and Glenn (minus Tim) discuss their recent record store crawl through St. Louis. Other topics include BBQ, Dante's Inferno, and the untimely demise of Tim.
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Episode 2.14: Seattle Record Store Crawl
In this episode, Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss their recent trip to Seattle for a nine-stop record store crawl. Other topics include tote bags, antique campaign buttons, and a special request for Bob Nastanovich.
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Episode 2.13: 90s One-Hit Wonders
In the latest episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss three nineties-era "one-hit wonders" who actually had surprising depth beyond their big hit. Other topics include baseball, Twitter feuds, and how one person (Glenn) can possibly be so wrong about so many...
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Episode 2.12: Divisive "WTF" Albums
Three iconic sixties artists adapt to a changing musical landscape by releasing divisive albums which left fans scratching their heads. Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss each of them in this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast. Other topics include an inventive compilation from the Numero Group,...
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Episode 2.11: Replacing Led Zeppelin IV
Don’t get us wrong: Led Zeppelin’s fourth album is a beast. However, whether you wanted to or not, you’ve probably already heard it plenty of times. In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim recommend three albums that might scratch the same itch. Other topics include sham…
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Episode 2.10: Revisiting Pearl Jam
In the latest episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim take another trip back to the nineties, revisiting the first five albums from one of the decade's biggest bands: Pearl Jam. Additional topics include Tim's recent near-death experience, the complicated politics of…
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Episode 2.9: 1997
Matt, Glenn, and Tim mark the 25th anniversary of Matt's graduation from high school by discussing the music of the year 1997. Additional topics include fedoras, the general malaise of late-spring, and the difference between The Verve and The Verve Pipe.
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Episode 2.8: Deep Dive - Terror Twilight: Farewell Horizontal
In this "Deep Dive," Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss the new Pavement reissue release, Terror Twilight: Farewell Horizontal. Additional topics include Fruit Gushers, California Gold Rush-themed strip clubs, and the first episode of a new set-piece, "Taft Talk."
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Episode 2.7: Runt of the Litter, Pixies Reunion
In the second "Runt of the Litter" installment, Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss the divisive Pixies reunion albums: Indie Cindy, Head Carrier, and Beneath the Eyrie. Additional topics include opening day baseball, "Transylvania Twist," and lying to Robert Pollard.
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Episode 2.6: Replacing Eric Clapton
In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim ask the essential question: Do we really need Eric Clapton? SPOILER ALERT: The answer is "no," and the three hosts discuss other artists who could take Clapton's place in the pantheon of great rock guitarists.
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Episode 2.5: Runt of the Litter, "WTF" Albums
Matt, Glenn, and Tim inaugurate a new series in this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast. "Runt of the Litter" focuses on neglected albums from respected artists in an attempt to rescue the reputations of some potential lost gems. This installment finds the hosts tackling a particularly...
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Episode 2.4: 2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees
In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss the merits of this year's nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, whittling the list down to the five artists they would induct into the Class of 2022.
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Episode 2.3: 2021 and the Current State of Music
Last year, the Strange Currencies Podcast devoted an entire episode to their favorite music of 2020. However, 2021 left Matt, Glenn, and Tim feeling rather underwhelmed by new releases. In this episode, they discuss albums that caught their ear in 2021, the current state of the music industry…
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Episode 2.2: The Beach Boys' Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction
In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss The Beach Boys' 1988 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. In what is, unquestionably, the most "interstescene" episode of the podcast to date, the Strange Currencies hosts break down the very different…
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Episode 2.1: Get Back
The Strange Currencies Podcast finally returns! In the super-sized Season 2 premiere, Matt, Glenn, and Tim are joined by a special guest as they discuss Peter Jackson's expansive new Beatles documentary, Get Back.
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Episode 1.20: Replacing 'Hotel California'
In the Season 1 finale of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt, Glenn, and Tim discuss the Eagles' 1976 millions-selling album Hotel California. SPOILER ALERT: They're not fans. They'll discuss albums that might scratch the same itch, but are, well... better. Other topics of conversation include...
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Episode 1.19: Deep Dive - KID A MNESIA
In the latest episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn examine Radiohead's new archival release, KID A MNESIA. They discuss the two classic albums that it collects, and the third "bonus disc" of previously unreleased material. Other topics include beer, sponsorship, and music...
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Episode 1.18: The Beach Boys Cruise
In the latest episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn are joined by a special guest, as they discuss some of the more bizarre aspects of the extremely ill-advised "Beach Boys" (quotation marks intentional) "Good Vibrations Cruise" - setting sail (in the middle of a global...
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Episode 1.17: Shuffling the 90s
Matt and Glenn celebrate “90s Month” by shuffling through Spotify’s “90s Road Trip” playlist; see what they think about some of the decade’s biggest hits in the latest episode of the Strange Currencies podcast.
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Episode 1.16: Jazz 101
New to Jazz? We've got you covered. Explore the "Jazz 101" curriculum with Matt and Glenn in the latest episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast.
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Episode 1.15: Deep Dive - Feel Flows
In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and a special guest discuss the recently-released Beach Boys box set, Feel Flows: The Sunflower & Surf's Up Sessions. Topics include lengthy conversations on the two albums pulled from these sessions, an "unboxing" of both vinyl editions of the new...
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Episode 1.14: Replacing 'A Night at the Opera'
In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and a special guest discuss Queen's 1975 opus, A Night at the Opera. In addition to considering its place in the rock canon, they consider other albums that may be equally (or more) worthy of your attention.
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Episode 1.13: Maintaining a Collection
The Strange Currencies Podcast finally returns! In this episode - recorded before our summer recess - Matt and Glenn are joined again by frequent contributor, Bert. On the agenda this time are conversations about record collecting, organization, and a lengthy debate about the ethics/value of…
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Episode 1.12: Defining "Kitsch"
In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn discuss the concept of musical "kitsch." Join them as they talk about exotica, space-age pop, lounge, and western music, and share some favorite songs/artists from each genre.
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Episode 1.11: Replacing The Doors
In this episode of the podcast, Matt, Glenn, and a special guest discuss four records that could serve as a suitable "replacement" for The Doors' self-titled 1967 debut. Join them as they discuss their thoughts on Jim Morrison, rock poetry, and albums that may scratch the same itch as The Doors.
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Episode 1.10: Shuffling The Beatles
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Glenn are celebrating Strange Currencies' "Beatles Month" with a special guest. Join them as they shuffle through the Fab Four's catalog; discussing the various phases of The Beatles' career, reflecting on Strange Currencies' "Top 100 Beatles Songs" list,...
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Episode 1.9: Record Store Crawl 2021
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Glenn are joined by a special guest, as they reflect on their recent "Record Store Crawl." Join them as they discuss what makes a great record store, and rank the best shops in Portland.
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Episode 1.8: Replacing 'Rumors'
It's no secret that Matt and Glenn do not love Fleetwood Mac's 1977 behemoth, Rumors. In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, they are joined by a special guest to recommend "alternate" album picks for those who can't get enough of Rumors.
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Episode 1.7: 1996
In this installment of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn take a trip back to the year 1996. Join them as they discuss old favorites, past regrets, and new discoveries. Then take a listen to their "1996 Mixtape," found at the link below. SPOTIFY Playlist APPLE MUSIC Playlist (Side A)...
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Episode 1.6: The British Invasion (pt. 2)
In this installment of the Strange Currencies Podcast, a special guest joins Matt and Glenn as they conclude their discussion of the British Invasion. Join them as they share their verdict on who they think is the scene's second-best act.
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Episode 1.5: The Best Music of 2020
In this episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn celebrate their favorite music from 2020 and hand out some hardware. Reference the table below for a preview of the honors that they are awarding in the first ever Strange Currencies year-end extravaganza: Best Album from a Genre...
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Episode 1.4: The British Invasion (pt. 1)
In this installment of the Strange Currencies Podcast, Matt and Glenn are discussing the British Invasion; more specifically, who is the runner-up to "you know who." They'll debate the cases of five different nominees on this episode, and share both their verdicts - and the voices of Strange...
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Episode 1.3: The Rolling Stone Top 500 Albums (pt.2)
Matt and Glenn have a spirited discussion about the top five albums from Rolling Stone's recently revised list of the top 500 records of all-time.
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Episode 1.2: The Rolling Stone Top 500 Albums (pt.1)
Matt and Glenn dive into the top ten albums from Rolling Stone's recently revised list of the top 500 records of all-time.
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Episode 1.1: Nuggets
Matt and Glenn from Strange Currencies Music discuss the classic 1972 compilation Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era in the inaugural episode of the Strange Currencies Podcast.
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