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The Playground

by Julia Nee

We’ve all heard and seen Genius lyrics from our favorite artists where we get an inside take of the artist’s interpretation of the lyrics, how the song evolved overtime, and what stories lie behind the words… but what if we reversed the roles? This podcast is where you are able to get an inside take of a listener’s interpretation of the lyrics, how the song evolved overtime during their life, and what personal stories lie behind the words.This podcast focuses on real people’s connection to music and its lyrics. It reveals personal narratives by listening and analyzing music and lyrics.

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Episodes

  1. CATCHING UP WITH JULIA: Sunday Night by 070 Shake and Phi

    This is a brief catch up with the host, Julia!

  2. CATCHING UP WITH JULIA: Antidote by Orion Sun

    This is a brief catch up with the host, Julia!

  3. ENDINGS AND LIFE WITH SOREN: Night Shift by Lucy Dacus

    This episode cover SO much, from endings to do things happen for a reason? I hope you enjoy listening!

  4. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (COOKING DINNER AND CATCHING UP): Skin and Bones by 070 Shake

    I apologize in advance for the audio. I highly recommend not listening with headphones for this one, but I hope you enjoy. I just am doing a quick episode because I've been so busy, but I wanted to do my weekly episode and catch up!

  5. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (EXPLORING NEW MUSIC): Mirage by Toro y Moi

    In this audio vlog, Julia narrates her journey to finding new music!

  6. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (TRIP TO CANADA): There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back by Shawn Mendes

    In this audio vlog, Julia narrates her thoughts on her trip to Canada!

  7. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (TRANSCENDENTALISM AND PRAGMATISM): Myth by Beach House

    In this episode, Julia goes on a thought spiral about her trip to Canada and nature!

  8. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (EXISTING AND HAPPY): Sunday Morning by Maroon 5

    In this episode, Julia catches you up on what has been going on in her life!

  9. *SPICY* AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA WITH LAUREN TAYLOR (NIGHT IN LAS VEGAS): Closer by The Chainsmokers

    In this episode, Julia and Lauren talk about their night in Las Vegas! This episode is a 'lil spicy... beware!

  10. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (SELF CONFIDENCE): CYANIDE by Daniel Caesar

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about self confidence, love, and worth!

  11. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (INSPIRATION AND HAPPINESS): So Good by Halsey

    In this audio vlog episode, Julia talks about happiness and inspiration.

  12. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (COMFORT): GINGER by BROCKHAMPTON

    In this solo audio vlog, Julia talks about comfort!

  13. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (TIMING): Miles by SZA

    In this solo audio vlog, Julia talks about timing!

  14. TAYLOR SWIFT COMMENCEMENT AND BEING IN YOUR TWENTIES: 22 by Taylor Swift

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about Taylor Swift's commencement speech and about life in your twenties.

  15. AUDIO VLOG WITH JULIA (JUST DRIVING THINGS): Bad Dream by Cannons

    In this episode, Julia tries out a new podcast format where she takes audio snippets throughout her day and puts them together into one episode!

  16. ALONE, LONELY, AWARENESS, ACCEPTANCE, AND CHOICE: John Redcorn by SiR

    In this solo episode, Julia discusses her experience with loneliness and being alone.

  17. GETTING WHAT YOU WANT AND EXPECTATIONS: Tongue Tied by Grouplove

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about different situations where she got what she thought she wanted, but it didn't exactly turn out to be what she thought.

  18. SELLING SUNSET AND FRIEND DYNAMICS: Goodbye by Echosmith

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about Selling Sunset and friend dynamics!

  19. SELF FULFILLMENT: Don't Stop Me Now by Queen

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about self fulfillment and external validation.

  20. GRAMMY: Thaïs: Méditation (Arr. for Cello & Piano) By Jules Massenet, Yo-Yo Ma, Kathryn Stott

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about her late Grammy and the memories she has about her.

  21. MOVING AND MOVING ON: A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes- From "Cinderella"/ Soundtrack Version by Ilene Woods and Cinderella's Mice Chorus

    In this solo episode, Julia discusses moving from her childhood home, moving on physically, mentally, and from relationships.

  22. SPRING AND NEW LOVE: Something Stupid (From "Better Call Saul") by Lola Marsh

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about her new found love of rom-coms and her obsession with "Better Call Saul". Later on in the episode, Julia talks about her new found optimism regarding romance.

  23. HEAD VS HEART: Only Us By Laura Dreyfuss and Ben Platt

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about the conflict between her heart versus what her mind is telling her what to do.

  24. GETTING REAL WITH MY CURRENT REALITY: NO HALO by BROCKHAMPTON

    In today's solo episode, Julia discusses what is currently happening in her life.

  25. SPRING BREAK: Foolsong by Still Woozy

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about her spring break and comparison.

  26. THINGS WE SHOULD TALK ABOUT MORE: Swing Lynn- Slowed Version by Harmless

    In this solo episode, Julia explores different topics that need to be talked about more.

  27. EMBARRASSING STORIES AND HOW WE ARE ALL CONNECTED: Up by Olly Murs Ft. Demi Lovato

    In this solo episode, Julia shares embarrassing stories. This leads Julia to explore how sharing stories and personal narratives are crucial in connecting one another and how we are all connected. Support Ukraine: https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/ways-to-help-ukraine-conflict/

  28. GROWING UP AND BEING PRESENT WITH LAUREN TAYLOR: When by dodie

    In this podcast episode, Julia and Lauren explore what it means to grow up and how there seems to be a longing for both the past and future, but never the present. Lauren helps shine light on ways to be more present and take in the little moments in life.

  29. SPIRITUALITY JOURNEY: Lucky by Choker

    Julia talks about her journey with spirituality in this solo episode!

  30. SELF LOVE: Born Tired by Jhené Aiko

    In this solo episode, Julia revisits a past comment, about how she does not like social media stories, to clarify her stance. This episode explores what Julia believes self love is and her experience going through a hard time. Black artists: Kehlani, Alicia Keys, Doja Cat Anti-...

  31. THE COMPLEXITIES OF LOVE: sex money feelings die - slowed version by Lykke Li

    In this episode Julia reflects on a previous comment made in an earlier episode. Julia explores the complexities and nuances of love. Black artists: Kota the Friend, Bakar, Choker Anti- racism:...

  32. UNREQUITED LOVE, RELATIONSHIPS, AND LOVE WITH AMAL BERHAN: WILSHIRE by Tyler, The Creator

    In this episode, Amal Berhan debuts as The Playground's first guest! The audio is low quality, but Amal and Julia's high quality conversation make up for the fact. In this episode, Amal and Julia explore a wide variety of topics from experiences with unrequited love, to hypothetical relationship...

  33. WHAT LOVE IS TO ME: Georgia by Vance Joy

    In this solo episode, Julia stumbles her way through what she thinks love is. As we follow Julia through this journey, Julia makes a self discovery. Black artists: Saba, Little Simz, SZA...

  34. HOW I PRESENT MYSELF: Good News by Mac Miller

    In this solo episode, Julia talks about personal experiences of presenting oneself in the best light and how that is not always authentic. Julia explores how showing up authentically takes courage and is a vulnerable act. Julia also discusses how it can be scary to present anything other than the...

  35. FEELINGS ABOUT THE FUTURE: Streetcar by Daniel Caesar

    This is The Playground's first episode where the host, Julia, does a solo episode to introduce the show as well as talk about and analyze the song Streetcar by Daniel Caesar. Julia talks about the feeling of uneasiness about the future and includes different anecdotes that this song reminds her of.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

We’ve all heard and seen Genius lyrics from our favorite artists where we get an inside take of the artist’s interpretation of the lyrics, how the song evolved overtime, and what stories lie behind the words… but what if we reversed the roles? This podcast is where you are able to get an inside take of a listener’s interpretation of the lyrics, how the song evolved overtime during their life, and what personal stories lie behind the words.This podcast focuses on real people’s connection to music and its lyrics. It reveals personal narratives by listening and analyzing music and lyrics.

HOSTED BY

Julia Nee

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The Playground currently has 40 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Playground about?

We’ve all heard and seen Genius lyrics from our favorite artists where we get an inside take of the artist’s interpretation of the lyrics, how the song evolved overtime, and what stories lie behind the words… but what if we reversed the roles? This podcast is where you are able to get an inside...

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The Playground has 40 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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The Playground is created and hosted by Julia Nee.
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