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The Tracklist
by 919 Media
A movie soundtrack podcast - song by song, every week.Ever watch a film and spend the whole time wondering who picked that song? Same. Hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders go through the full tracklist of a different movie every episode - from blockbusters to cult classics. Which songs landed? Which ones defined the scene? Which ones had no business being in the film?No music theory. No composer deep dives. Just the songs, the scenes they live in, and two guys with strong opinions about both.If you've ever Shazamed a scene mid-movie, this is your podcast. New episodes every Thursday.
Episodes
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#174 - Princess Bride
In this episode of The Tracklist, we're scaling the Cliffs of Insanity and diving into the iconic soundtrack and film The Princess Bride! Joining us for the journey is our friend, Producer Jennifer Kim, to talk about Mark Knopfler's legendary score, classic lines, and why this movie remains...
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#173 - Clue
Put on your conservatory shoes—we’re honoring the late, great Tim Curry on The Tracklist! This week, we’re breaking down the score and music of 1985’s Clue, celebrating Wadsworth’s frantic monologues, and diving into why this whodunit soundtrack still slaps 40 years later! Follow us on Instagram:...
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#172 - WHAM
This week on The Tracklist, co-hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders dive deep into the soundtrack and documentary behind one of the most iconic pop duos in music history: WHAM! From teenage best friends in North London to global superstardom, Daron and Chris unpack the high-octane triumphs and...
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#171 - Project Hail Mary
We’re heading into deep space for our latest episode of The Tracklist, where we break down the music and memorable tracks behind the movies we love. This time, we’re taking on Project Hail Mary—the sci-fi adventure based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel. We dig into the film’s tracklist, the…
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#170 - Trolls (2016)
This week on Tracklist, Daron and Chris revisit Trolls (2016) - the DreamWorks animated hit that turned pop optimism into a full-blown movement. We break down the film's music, the characters, and its story. Tune in for our honest take on what worked, what didn't, and where Trolls lands in…
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#169 - The Full Monty
Ever wondered how a modest film budget turned into a cultural phenomenon? Let’s dive into the magic of #TheFullMonty! Tag someone who needs a good laugh and a dose of inspiration! This classic comedy isn’t just about striptease; it’s a story of resilience, friendship, and breaking societal norms....
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#168 - This is Spinal Tap (1984)
This week on The Tracklist, Daron and Chris are strapping in for the loudest, most ridiculous, and somehow most earnest rock soundtrack ever committed to film: This Is Spinal Tap (1984). Rob Reiner's mockumentary masterpiece didn't just parody '80s heavy metal — it became it. The music in this…
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#167 - Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice
Two gangsters, one woman, and a time machine walk into the most chaotic night of their lives — and The Tracklist is talking about it. This week, we're reviewing the film/tracklist for Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice (2026), the R-rated action-comedy starring Vince Vaughn, James Marsden, and Eiza...
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#166 - Dope (2015)
The Tracklist is back, and this week we're diving deep into one of the most criminally underrated soundtracks of the 2010s — the Dope (2015) tracklist. Director Rick Famuyiwa's coming-of-age crime-comedy was a love letter to '90s hip-hop culture. Follow us on Instagram:...
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#165 - 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
We're rewinding to 1999 — Padua High, Patrick Verona, and a soundtrack packed with late-90s alt-rock gold. This episode, we break down the music behind the magic of 10 Things I Hate About You, from Letters to Cleo to the tracks you forgot you knew by heart. Follow us on Instagram:...
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#164 - F1: The Movie (2025)
This week, Daron and Chris strap in for the tracklist of F1: The Movie — breaking down every track that made you feel like you were doing 200mph in a car you definitely can't afford. And we brought in some serious horsepower to help us do it. Follow our guest, Rory Wells (screenwriter, attorney,...
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#163 - A Complete Unknown
In the early 1960s, 19-year-old Bob Dylan arrives in New York with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. Forming his most intimate relationships during his rise to fame, he grows restless with the folk movement, making a controversial choice that...
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REPLAY: Sinners
Fresh off winning several awards at the 2026 Academy Awards (including Michael B. Jordan winning Best Actor!) We're re-releasing this epic episode for your listening pleasure! This episode was originally published on November 7, 2025. Follow us on Instagram: @thedaronjenkins |...
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#162 - Wedding Crashers
John Beckwith and Jeremy Grey, a pair of committed womanizers who sneak into weddings to take advantage of the romantic tinge in the air, find themselves at odds with one another when John meets and falls for Claire Cleary. Follow us on Instagram: @thedaronjenkins |...
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REPLAY: Everything Everywhere All at Once
We're re-releasing this amazing film to celebrate both Michelle Yeoh's recent Lifetime Achievement Award and the Lunar New Year. Listen in as hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders dive into the film and soundtrack of "Everything Everywhere All at Once". This episode was originally published on...
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#161 - Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight
Ex-soldier Frank Brayker (William Sadler) is the guardian of an ancient key that can unlock tremendous evil; the sinister but charming Collector (Billy Zane) is a demon who wants the key so he can initiate the apocalypse. On the run from wicked mercenaries for almost 90 years, Brayker finally…
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#160 - Sing Street
With the recession hitting people hard in Dublin during the 1980s, Conor is moved from his private school to a tough inner-city alternative. As he tries to adjust to a new way of life, he decides to start his own band. Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎ @tracklistshow...
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#159 - Almost Christmas
A widower's four adult children return to the family home for the first Christmas since their mother's death, bringing heaps of drama and dysfunction. Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎ @tracklistshow Follow Chris Saunders on Instagram ➡︎...
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#158 - The Harder They Come
Wishing to become a successful reggae singer, a young Jamaican man finds himself tied to corrupt record producers and drug pushers. Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎ @tracklistshow Follow Chris Saunders on Instagram ➡︎ @chrissaunders_music Follow…
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#157 - Sinners
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their Mississippi hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎ @tracklistshow Follow Chris Saunders on Instagram…
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#156 - Better Man
Better Man is based on the true story of the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence of British pop superstar Robbie Williams. Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎ @tracklistshow Follow Chris Saunders on Instagram ➡︎ @chrissaunders_music Follow...
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#155 - Good Morning, Vietnam
This week, @TheDaronJenkins & @ChrisSaunders_Music sit down with actor/writer/director @DakotaLoesch — currently working on his directorial debut film "One Last One" — to unpack the 1987 classic "Good Morning, Vietnam" starring the legendary Robin Williams. They delve into the film’s…
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REPLAY: High Fidelity
We're re-releasing this for the movie's 25th Anniversary. Listen in as hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders dive into the film and soundtrack of "High Fidelity." They explore the music, characters, and the film's impact on pop culture. Some good. Some... not so good. This episode was originally...
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REPLAY: Remember the Titans (2000)
This episode was originally published on December 2, 2019. In this episode of 'The Tracklist' podcast, hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders delve into the classic film "Remember the Titans" and its unforgettable soundtrack. Join them for a lively discussion, insightful reviews, and in-depth...
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REPLAY: The Breakfast Club (1985)
Five high school students meet in Saturday detention and discover how they have a great deal more in common than they thought. This episode was originally published on September 26, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @thedaronjenkins | @chrissaunders_music |...
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#154 - KPop Demon Hunters
When K-pop superstars Rumi, Mira, and Zoey aren’t selling out stadiums, they’re using their secret identities as demon hunters to protect their fans from ever-present supernatural danger. Together, they must face their biggest threat — an irresistible rival boy band of demons in disguise. Follow...
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#153 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)
Four teenage mutant ninja turtles emerge from the shadows to protect New York City from a gang of criminal ninjas. Featured Guest: Elsie Lejano Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎ @tracklistshow Follow Chris Saunders on Instagram ➡︎ @chrissaunders_music Follow Daron…
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#152 - Platoon
In this gripping episode of The Tracklist, hosts Daron Jenkins (@thedaronjenkins) and Chris Saunders (@chrissaunders_music) dive deep into Platoon (1986)—Oliver Stone’s Oscar-winning war epic that redefined Vietnam cinema. We break down the hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, anchored by Samuel...
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#149 - Pretty in Pink
We’re rewinding to 1986 for a look at Pretty in Pink, one of the most influential teen films of the decade—and its unforgettable soundtrack. From The Psychedelic Furs and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark to Echo & the Bunnymen, we unpack how this New Wave-heavy tracklist elevated the film’s...
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#151 - Silver Linings Playbook
This week on The Tracklist, we're dancing our way through the emotional rollercoaster of David O. Russell's Silver Linings Playbook. From Stevie Wonder to The White Stripes, this eclectic, heartfelt soundtrack mirrors the film’s messy, beautiful journey through love, loss, and second chances. We...
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#150 - Sing (2016)
What do you get when a koala stages a singing competition with a pig, porcupine, and gorilla? A surprisingly emotional jukebox musical that actually slaps. In this episode, hosts TheDaronJenkins and @ChrisSaunders_Music dive into Sing (2016) — Illumination’s animated crowd-pleaser stacked with…
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#148 - Becoming Led Zeppelin
This week on The Tracklist, we unpack Becoming Led Zeppelin—the long-awaited 2025 documentary chronicling the birth of one of rock's most iconic bands. From rare live performances to behind-the-scenes studio sessions, we explore how the film’s soundtrack captures the chaos, creativity, and legacy...
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#147 - Wayne's World
On this episode of The Tracklist, JT Curtis joins Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders to break down the iconic music and movie moments of Wayne’s World. Rock history meets comedy cult classic. JT Curtis is a Guitarist / Singer / Producer best known for playing “George Harrison” in the Broadway...
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#146 - Empire Records
This week on The Tracklist, we dive headfirst into the film that some people swear is a cult classic … and others (hi, Daron 👋) swear at. That’s right — we’re talking Empire Records (1995). With a soundtrack that slaps harder than the film’s Rotten Tomatoes critic score (a tragic 35%), Chris...
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#145 - Dirty Dancing
Friend of the podcast Actor Matthew Amira (@MatthewAmira) joins us on the show to help us break down the classic film "Dirty Dancing" Directed by Emile Ardolino starring Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey, Jerry Orbach, Kelly Bishop, Cynthia Rhodes Follow The Tracklist on Instagram ➡︎...
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#144 - Piece by Piece
This week on The Tracklist, we’re diving into Piece By Piece — the visionary new film about the one and only Pharrell Williams. From beat-making to boundary-breaking, this doc is a sonic journey through the mind of a musical icon. 🎧✨ Join Chris Saunders and Daron Jenkins as they unpack the film,...
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#143 - Office Space
This episode, hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders gather to share laughs over the comedy classic "Office Space". Directed by Mike Judge, three company workers who hate their jobs decide to rebel against their greedy boss. The film stars Ron Livingston, Jennifer Aniston, David Herman, Gary…
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#142 -Wicked
Friend of the show Stand-Up Comedian, Mo Vida, (@mokavida) stop by the show. On this episode we break down the film "Wicked" directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeo. Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular...
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REPLAY: Top Gun: Maverick (2022)
RE-RELEASE: Top Gun: Maverick (2022) After thirty years, Maverick is still pushing the envelope as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts of his past when he leads TOP GUN's elite graduates on a mission that demands the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it. This episode was...
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#141 - Mulan (1998)
She's Baaack! One of our favorite guests is back! Keri Crump (@kc_in_nyc) joins the show to discuss "Mulan", the 1998 animated Disney film. To save her father from death in the army, a young maiden secretly goes in his place and becomes one of China's greatest heroines in the process. Follow our...
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#140 - Widows
Daron and Chris welcome friend of the podcast Rachel Kim back to the show to discuss this week's featured Film "Widows". Directed by Steve McQueen and starring Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki, Liam Neeson, Colin Ferrell, and Daniel Kuluuya. Four women with nothing in common...
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#139 - Juice
This week, Daron and Chris watch the cult classic film "Juice", directed Ernest R. Dickerson and starring Tupac Shakur, Omar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins, and Khalil Kain. Four inner-city teenagers get caught up in the pursuit of power and happiness, which they refer to as "the juice". Follow The...
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Bonus: Blade
Get ready to be bitten by the soundtrack bug! On this episode of The Tracklist, Daron and Chris are diving into the iconic action film "Blade," starring the legendary Wesley Snipes. Join them as they explore the pulse-pounding soundtrack, filled with classic hip-hop tracks that perfectly…
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#138 - Luther: Never Too Much
We've been looking forward to this film! This week we break down the music documentary "Luther: Never Too Much". Directed by Dawn Porter, this film chronicles the life of iconic musical performer Luther Vandross. From childhood musical talent to worldwide fame, this doc explores his…
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#137 - Romeo Must Die
Joining the show this week is Friend of the show Actress/Action Performer Emiko Ishii. The featured film this week is "Romeo Must Die," directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak and starring Jet Li, Aaliyah, Delroy Lindo, and Isaiah Washington. An avenging cop seeks out his brother's killer and falls for…
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#136 - Beastie Boys Story
Join us as we break down this unique music documentary about the legendary Beastie Boys. Beastie Boys Story" directed by Spike Jonze and featuring The Beastie Boys (Mike D, and Adam Horovitz). Michael Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of the band, Beastie Boys, and 40 years of friendship…
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REPLAY: Marley (2012)
A re-released episode! A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley. Follow us on Instagram: @thedaronjenkins | @chrissaunders_music | @tracklistshow Rep the show and grab some Tracklist merch at tracklist-shop.fourthwall.com...
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#135 - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
We had a magical time discussing this week's featured film, "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory", directed by Mel Stuart and starring Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, and Peter Ostrum. A poor but hopeful boy seeks one of the five coveted golden tickets that will send him on a tour of Willy Wonka's...
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#134 - Ghost Dog: Way of the Samurai
On this week's podcast, Daron and Chris discuss "Ghost Dog: Way of the Samurai", the 1999 film directed by Jim Jarmusch and starring Forest Whitaker, Henry Silva, and John Tormey. An African-American Mafia hitman who models himself after the samurai of old finds himself targeted for death by the...
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#133 - Shrek
A mean lord exiles fairytale creatures to the swamp of a grumpy ogre, who must go on a quest and rescue a princess for the lord in order to get his land back. Follow us on Instagram: @thedaronjenkins | @chrissaunders_music | @tracklistshow Rep the…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A movie soundtrack podcast - song by song, every week.Ever watch a film and spend the whole time wondering who picked that song? Same. Hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders go through the full tracklist of a different movie every episode - from blockbusters to cult classics. Which songs landed? Which ones defined the scene? Which ones had no business being in the film?No music theory. No composer deep dives. Just the songs, the scenes they live in, and two guys with strong opinions about both.If you've ever Shazamed a scene mid-movie, this is your podcast. New episodes every Thursday.
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919 Media
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What is The Tracklist about?
A movie soundtrack podcast - song by song, every week.Ever watch a film and spend the whole time wondering who picked that song? Same. Hosts Daron Jenkins and Chris Saunders go through the full tracklist of a different movie every episode - from blockbusters to cult classics. Which songs landed?...
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The Tracklist publishes regularly with 187 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
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