The Story Song Podcast

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1967 pop hit, “It Must Be Him” by Vikki Carr — adapted from “Seul Sur Son Étoile,” composed and performed by Gilbert Bécaud, with lyrics by Maurice Vidalin and English lyrics by Mack David.  “It Must Be Him” by Vikki Carr (from the album It Must Be Him) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1982 reggae hit, “Pass the Dutchie” by Musical Youth. “Pass the Dutchie” by Musical Youth (from the album The Youth of Today) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1992 hip hop hit, “I Got a Man” by Positive K. “I Got a Man” by Positive K (from the album The Skills Dat Pay da Bills) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1992 soft rock hit, “Hazard” by prolific singer / songwriter Richard Marx.  “Hazard” by Richard Marx (from the album RUSH STREET) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there, fellow. In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1973 Southern rock classic, “Gimme Three Steps” by Lynyrd Skynyrd. “Gimme Three Steps” by Lynyrd Skynyrd (from the album Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Extra extra, read all about it! In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1971 R&B hit, “Want Ads,” performed by Honey Cone. “Want Ads” by Honey Cone (from the albums Sweet Replies and Soulful Tapestry) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the season premiere episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1959 jazz classic, “Mack the Knife,” performed by Bobby Darin and written by Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht (with English lyrics by Marc Blitzstein) for the musical, The Threepenny Opera. “Mack the Knife” by Bobby Darin (from the album That's All) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: Drop the ball and pour the champagne, it’s the start of another year! Join your hosts for their annual end-of-year bonus episode with a look back at the episodes from 2025 and some friendly competition. Happy New Year from THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special holiday episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1953 jazz classic, “’Zat You, Santa Claus?” by Louis Armstrong. “’Zat You, Santa Claus?” by Louis Armstrong (from the album Louis Wishes You a Cool Yule) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1976 funk/rock hit, “Play That Funky Music” by Wild Cherry. “Play That Funky Music” by Wild Cherry (from the album Wild Cherry) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1968 country/pop classic, “Wichita Lineman” by Glen Campbell, written by Jimmy Webb.  “Wichita Lineman” by Glen Campbell (from the album Wichita Lineman) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 2005 alternative-rock hit, “Photograph” by Nickelback.  “Photograph” by Nickelback (from the album All the Right Reasons) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Halloween episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1988 hip hop hit, “A Nightmare on My Street” by DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince.  “A Nightmare on My Street” by DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince (from the album He's the DJ, I'm the Rapper) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1973 R&B classic, “Killing Me Softly with His Song” by Roberta Flack. “Killing Me Softly with His Song” by Roberta Flack (from the album Killing Me Softly) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: That’s a wrap on Blockbuster Summer! In this classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts revisit their review of the 1990 hip-hop hit, “Turtle Power” by Partners in Kryme from the film, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.  “Turtle Power” by Partners in Kryme (originally from the album Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is available on the Turtle Rhapsody: Orchestra On the Half Shell EP on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blockbuster Summer continues! In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1989 pop/dance/new jack swing hit, “On Our Own” by Bobby Brown, from the film Ghostbusters II.  “On Our Own” by Bobby Brown (from the soundtrack album Ghostbusters II) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blockbuster Summer continues! In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1977 country hit, “East Bound and Down” by Jerry Reed, from the film Smokey and the Bandit.  “East Bound and Down” by Jerry Reed (from the album Smokey and the Bandit: Music from the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blockbuster Summer continues! In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1962 hit, “(The Man Who Shot) Liberty Valance,” by Gene Pitney, written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David. “(The Man Who Shot) Liberty Valance” by Gene Pitney (from the album Only Love Can Break a Heart) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1989 folk single and LGBTQ anthem, “Closer to Fine,” by singer-songwriters, Indigo Girls. “Closer to Fine” by Indigo Girls (from the album Indigo Girls) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1991 pop-rap hit, “Addams Groove,” by Hammer. “Addams Groove” by Hammer (from the album Too Legit to Quit) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It IS the third of June, and we’re celebrating the 150th episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they revisit and re-review the 1967 story song classic, “Ode to Billie Joe” by legendary singer-songwriter, Bobbie Gentry.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “Ode to Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry (from the album Ode to Billie Joe) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode delves into Ode to Billy Joe, a PG-rated film with adult themes.  Trigger warning: The film Ode to Billy Joe, and the song on which it is based, both discuss the suicide of one of the characters. Listener discretion is advised.  BONUS EPISODE: The celebration of the upcoming 150th episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST continues with this special bonus episode. Join your hosts as they head up to Choctaw Ridge to discuss Ode to Billy Joe, the 1976 film adaptation of Bobbie Gentry’s classic story song.    Ode to Billy Joe. Starring Robbie Benson and Glynnis O’Connor. Screenplay by Herman Raucher, based upon the song by Bobbie Gentry. Directed and produced by Max Baer, Jr. “Ode to Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry (from the album Ode to Billie Joe) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Ode to Billy Joe is available to stream on YouTube. Learn more at IMDb. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigger warning: This episode delves into “Ode to Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry, a song that discusses the suicide of one of its characters. Listener discretion is advised. BONUS EPISODE: In this classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts revisit their review of the 1967 country classic, “Ode to Billie Joe” by trailblazing singer/songwriter, Bobbie Gentry. “Ode to Billie Joe” by Bobbie Gentry (from the album Ode to Billie Joe) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1976 heartland-rock classic, “Night Moves,” by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “Night Moves” by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band (from the album Night Moves) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1971 pop/rock hit, “Another Day,” the first solo single by legendary singer/songwriter, Paul McCartney. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Bluesky (@storysongpodcast.bsky.social), Instagram (storysongpodcast), Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “Another Day” by Paul McCartney (originally a non-album single) is available on Ram: The Paul McCartney Archive Collection on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1972 pop hit, “Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast” by Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast” by Wayne Newton (originally from the album Daddy Don't You Walk So Fast) is available on The Best of Wayne Newton on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, and Spotify; on Greatest Hits on Tidal; or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1986 heavy metal song, “Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)” by Iron Maiden.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)” by Iron Maiden (from the album Somewhere in Time) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1973 reggae classic, “I Shot the Sheriff” by Bob Marley and the Wailers. “I Shot the Sheriff” by Bob Marley and the Wailers (from the album Burnin’) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review the 1979 country/pop hit, “She Believes in Me” by Kenny Rogers. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “She Believes in Me” by Kenny Rogers (from the album The Gambler) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode delves into a song that contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. BONUS EPISODE: In this classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts revisit their review of the 1995 alternative rock hit, “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morissette. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morissette (from the album Jagged Little Pill) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: In this classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts revisit their review of the 1968 country classic, “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” by Tammy Wynette. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” by Tammy Wynette (from the album D-I-V-O-R-C-E) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: Drop the ball and pour the champagne, it’s the start of another year! Join your hosts for their annual end-of-year bonus episode with a look back at the episodes from 2024 and some friendly competition. Happy New Year from THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a very special Christmas here at THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Walk this way to your time machine from the DeLorean Motor Company, and join your hosts in 1987, where they’ll review the hip hop holiday classic, “Christmas in Hollis” by legendary rap pioneers, Run-DMC. We’ll be chilling and cooling just like a snowman as we discuss the benefits of talking to strangers in public parks, cheese-based Christmas vegetables, and how to harness fake fire. The hawk is out, so match your boat to your car and press the green “Nice” button on your Simon. Yule love this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Happy Hollis-days! Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “Christmas in Hollis” by Run-DMC (from the album A Very Special Christmas) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright already! Here we come to save the day with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of 2004 indie-rock hit, “Float On” by Modest Mouse. Laugh it off as we run our mouths off a bit too much and discuss self-care for 19th-century tradesmen, who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf short stories, and album titles that are long, wordy, run-on sentences just like the sentence that you are reading right now. So don’t you worry! Put the car in park and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Good news is on the way. Okay? Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “Float On” by Modest Mouse (from the album Good News for People Who Love Bad News) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can stop strolling and stop scrolling, long-haired, leaping gnomes! It’s not a dream — you’ve found another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of the 1970 psychedelic rock classic, “Spill the Wine” by Eric Burdon and War. Things get weird as we discuss what not to do with expensive recording equipment, recent renovations to the Hall of the Mountain King, and literally every kind of girl. Our intentions are good, so join us as we watch the rising sun from a big field of tall grass, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You won’t want to get out of this place.  “Spill the Wine” by Eric Burdon and War (from the album Eric Burdon Declares "War") is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigger warning: This episode delves into “(Don't Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult, a song that has been interpreted by some as a reflection on suicide. Listener discretion is advised. All our times have come for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for this special Halloween episode, where they review the spooky rock classic “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult. We’ll learn about one of the heaviest of metals as we visit the netherworld to discuss rock-and-roll umlauts, shellfish-centric podcasts, and superstar auto mechanics. There’s more than enough cowbell, so come and knock on our door, take our hand, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Don’t be afraid — Halloween season don’t fear the Reaper. La, la, la, la, la. “(Don't Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult (from the album Agents of Fortune) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You want it? You got it! It’s time to attend the tale of another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts as they review the 1985 hit, “Summer of ‘69” by singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. In this episode, we’ll discuss alternative guitar strings, unimpressive special effects, and raspy-lady songs. But we will definitely not discuss early disco songs by Bryan Adams. So there ain’t no use in complaining, just unwind with this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. That’s the whole story right there!  “Summer of '69” by Bryan Adams (from the album Reckless) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey-la, it’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this kind-of-big-and-awful-strong episode, your hosts review the 1963 pop classic, “My Boyfriend’s Back” by 60s girl group, The Angels. Take a permanent vacation as we discuss Bibbs, Jiggs, the return of a candy bar, and an abundance of answer songs. So don’t cut out on the double — listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, where we say things that ARE very nice. Wait and see. “My Boyfriend's Back” by The Angels (from the album My Boyfriend's Back) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Open the door and come in. We’re so glad to see you for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! We want you to be happy, so join your hosts for their review of the 1991 #1 hit single, “You’re in Love” by musical offspring trio, Wilson Phillips. It just sets us free to discuss career-defining all-inclusive vacations, nepo-baby supergroup charity singles, and musical basketball. So, hey, Santa — hold on and don’t be impulsive. You won’t see us cry if you keep the dream alive and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. That’s the way it should be.   “You're in Love” by Wilson Phillips (from the album Wilson Phillips) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You better believe what you’re seeing! It’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts on a house call as they review 1995’s “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant. We’ll challenge your balance as we discuss NPR names, how to become a cult leader, and 9,999 maniacs plus a Merchant. So follow your destiny, and have some patience because as far as we see, we can offer no explanation for you to not listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You’ll make your way.  “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant (from the album Tigerlily) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The walls are melting again. Free your mind and feed your head with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts on a strange journey down the rabbit hole as they conclude THE SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM with a review of the 1967 psychedelic-rock classic, “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane. Nothing’s gonna stop us as we get knee-deep in the hoopla to discuss starships, great societies, and Grace Slick’s husband’s brother’s sister-in-law. Don’t you want a podcast to love? It’s probably this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Don’t believe us? Go ask Alice.  “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane (from the album Surrealistic Pillow) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saddle up! It’s time for to listen to another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Journey along with your hosts as they review the 1971 classic, “A Horse with No Name” by British-American folk-rock band, America. Join us for dessert in the desert as we discuss drunk bugs, superfluous lyrics, pet rocks, and things. So get ON your high horse — “What’s-his-name” — meet us at the sea, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. La, la, la, la, la, la. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “A Horse with No Name” by America (from the album America) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: Curtain up on THE STORY SONG PODCAST presents: Jukebox Musical! In this episode, your hosts are joined by special guest, actor and musician, Eric William Morris to devise a musical based on the most popular songs of American alternative rock band, Weezer. You’ve heard us tell the story of the songs that tell a story. Now hear us tell a story WITH the songs. Do You Understand?, the album by Eric William Morris, is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “Buddy Holly,” “Say It Ain't So,” and “Undone – The Sweater Song” by Weezer [from the album Weezer (Blue Album)] are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “El Scorcho” and “Pink Triangle” by Weezer (from the album Pinkerton) are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “Hash Pipe” and “Island in the Sun” by Weezer [from the album Weezer (Green Album)] are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “Beverly Hills” by Weezer (from the album Make Believe) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, batface! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! The SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM continues with our review of the 1986 hit, “You Can Call Me Al'' by music legend (and Art Garfunkel’s best friend), singer/songwriter, Paul Simon. Join us in the cartoon graveyard as we discuss tertiary-character role models, chain-restaurant-specific unfunny cartoons, and the haters. So, don’t be soft in the middle now. Join your long-lost pals for this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon (from the album Graceland) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

​​It’s another day in paradise here at THE STORY SONG PODCAST — and now there’s plenty of parking! In this episode, we begin our second annual SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM with a review of the 1970 folk-rock classic, “Big Yellow Taxi” by music legend, Joni Mitchell. Join your hosts at a swinging hot spot for a conversation about Frankenstein’s vegetables, perfect apples, and world-famous baritone ukulele players. So, get your head out of the Clouds! Grab your old man, put away that DDT, and enjoy this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Just like Cavett, you don’t want to miss it. Ha ha ha ha ha. “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell (from the album Ladies of the Canyon) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hold your head up high — we’re back from outer space with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this episode, your hosts discuss the 1978 disco classic and Pride anthem, “I Will Survive” by Grammy-winning singer/songwriter, Gloria Gaynor. Join us on the dancefloor as we roller skate through topics including: smart locks vs stupid locks; freeze-dried delicacies; and how to get out of playing a doubleheader. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be petrified. Save all your loving for this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. There’s no substitute.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor (from the album Love Tracks) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, you. Get your damn hands out of the wedding cake, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1977 classic, “Alison” by singer/songwriter, Elvis Costello. Our aim is true as we discuss the power of pork pie hats, the dreaminess of daytime dresses, and the songs that there’s no reason to do. So, don’t get too sentimental. Put out the big light and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You’ll love the silly things that we say.  “Alison” by Elvis Costello (from the album My Aim Is True) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This ain't no disco. It ain't no country club either. It’s a dive bar that’s also a carwash. And it’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1994 pop hit, “All I Wanna Do” by singer/songwriter, Sheryl Crow. In this episode, we’ll discuss flooring options for less-than-classy drinking establishments, dogs that are also cars, and Abe Vigoda. So get a good early-morning beer buzz, and tell Buddy or Mac or Billy that it’s time to have some fun with this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. And, let’s be careful out there. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “All I Wanna Do” by Sheryl Crow (from the album Tuesday Night Music Club) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BONUS EPISODE: Places, please! It’s time to take your seats for THE STORY SONG PODCAST presents: Jukebox Musical! In this premiere episode, your hosts are joined by special guest, Michele Laikowski to devise a musical based on the most popular songs of Canadian alternative rock band Barenaked Ladies. You’ve heard us tell the story of the songs that tell a story. Now hear us tell a story WITH the songs. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Pantheon Podcast Network. “Brian Wilson,” “If I Had $1000000,” and “What a Good Boy” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Gordon) are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “The Old Apartment” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Born on a Pirate Ship) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “One Week” and “It’s All Been Done” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Stunt) are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “Pinch Me” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Maroon) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. “Odds Are” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Grinning Streak) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We ain’t slowing down! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts (and society) as they obsess over the 2014 country hit, “Girl Crush” by Little Big Town. In this episode, we’ll discuss sexy guffaws, Costco perfume deals, and beverage-based song inspiration. Admit it, we have the magic touch and everything you want. So, listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You won’t be able to get it off your mind. (Exit, chased by a bear who’s also a butterfly.) Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. “Girl Crush” by Little Big Town (from the album Pain Killer) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices