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What You Like
by Sam Currall
I, Sam Currall (he/him), listen to songs submitted to tinyurl.com/sendsongs ( http://tinyurl.com/sendsongs ) and talk about what I personally like about them. Every week, I get a different guest to provide their own recommendations and discuss their opinions on the songs. The show is judgment-free, and we focus on the positive aspects of any song.This show is recorded live on air via the Swarthmore student-run radio station, WSRN. They broadcast on 91.5FM, or you can listen on wsrnfm.com. We go live every Friday from 2-3, with exceptions for holidays.
Episodes
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You Don't Know Coconut Mall?
Kelan Sato (he/him) shares his beef with music theory as he and Sam reflect on how music has changed over the ages. Credit to Kaito Stohr, Kelan Sato, Bijan Taheri, and Isaac Cheng for their live rendition of the What You Like theme for string quartet. Music played: Coconut Mall by Nintendo (from...
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Trend-breaker
Zak Vilanilam (he/him) returns to the show to break trends and draw lines. Sam tries to describe the ≧∇≦ emoticon without a visual. Songs played: Limelight by Rush Freefall by Pinkshift Sacrifice by London After Midnight Fear of the Dark by Iron Maiden
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Post-40D What You Like Disorder
Noa Sherman (he/him) shares his perspective as a Beatles' fan. Sam reaches a point with What You Like where he's comfortable saying... well, you'll have to listen to find out. Songs played: Eleanor Rigby by The Beatles L’Amour Looks Something Like You by Kate Bush Famous Last Words by My Chemical...
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Sisyphus: Mildly Disgruntled
Elijah Nepomuceno (he/him) and Sam deal with seasonal allergies, mispronounce things, give shoutouts, compliment names, reference prior episodes, explain music theory concepts, jokingly advocate for major ethical violations, exist as vibes people, vocode, explore registral extremes, compliment…
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Dreamy Vibes
Annie Lu (she/her) inserts musical concepts into the podcast live on air, by singing them. Her episode marks the appearance of every Music 115 classmate on What You Like. Songs played: 橄欖樹 [English: "Olive Tree"] by 齊豫 Werewolves of London by Warren Zevon Starting Over by LSD and the Search for…
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Classical Music Syndrome
Kaito Stohr (he/him) provides insight into the world of classical music while listening from "acoustic" to "producer." Songs played: Barbara Song by Caroline Kava (from "The Threepenny Opera") What She Said by The Smiths Don't Cry by J Dilla An Open Door by Christine Alice
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What I Like
Sam Currall (he/him) finally exhibits the vulnerability he's demanded of others. Bijan Taheri (he/him) is there too. Songs played: Functional Poetry by The Narcissist Cookbook Maybe Man by AJR Parting of the Sensory by Modest Mouse Love You to Pieces by jeremy messersmith
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The Yearning Episode
Claire Sheeler (she/her) hypothesizes what music does better than other artistic mediums. Sam initially disagrees, but later comes around. Songs played: The Subway by Chappell Roan Sea of Voices by Porter Robinson I Have Considered the Lillies by Connie Converse I Hate Everything About you by…
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No Groove and a Terrible Bassline
Lemuel L'Oiseau (they/them) sings every song accurately. Sam openly admits to disliking something, or maybe this is just clickbait. Songs played: Survivor / I Will Survive by Glee Cast Say Hello 2 Heaven by Temple of the Dog 405 by The Suborbitals Chicago by Michael Jackson
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Be Once
Tolga Bozkurt (he/him) returns to the show on late notice as penance for his late arrival last season. Sam pays songs compliments that sound like insults. Also, apparently the talking for this episode was set extremely loud and clipped; sorry about that. Songs played: Banshee Beat by Animal...
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Good Words to Describe Something Eccentric
Ron Comage (he/him) takes a more typical approach to music criticism, though not on this show. Sam asks what gives songs longevity. Songs played: Mirtazapine by Haley Williams Chaiyya Chaiyya by Sukhwinder Singh and Sapna Awasthi Taro by alt-J Something by Julien Baker
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After Dark III
Adil (he/him) talks sex and romance on the steamiest After Dark yet. Sam plays the most played song sent to sendsongs. Songs played: You'll Be In The Air by The Microphones karma's coming by sleepy dawg & Shiloh Dynasty Scared by Ashanti feat. Irv Gotti WAP by Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion
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Totally Apocryphal
Matthew Tomlinson (he/him) eats sunflower seeds to mentally prepare himself for a transcription. Sam makes editing this episode more difficult for himself. Music played: Suite No. 5 in E Major Movement IV by G.F. Handel, performed by Sviatoslav Richter But Nothing Ever Change by Blaze notre dame…
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Downweighted
Silas Reyes (he/they), the person who sent around 80 songs to the form, describes their taste and listens to some new music. Sam shares some lore. Songs played: Lobo-hombre en París by La Unión Definition of Honour by Second Layer Freak It by Kim Petras If I Ever Fall in Love by Shai
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Two Bands and Marxism
Nox Tan (he/him), the source of hardcore and crust-punk music in Season 3, sometimes discerns. Songs played: N.W.O. by Ministry Army of Me by Björk Nearly Witches (Ever Since We Met...) by Panic! At the Disco Winds of Creation by Decapitated
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Spite, Death, and Slurping
Noah Shaw (he/him) doesn't listen to music, but does recommend an artist Sam listens to. I'm so sorry I titled the episode this, Noah came up with this title so organically I had to say yes to this. Songs played: The Good Book by Tim Minchin Edge of Desire by John Mayer I'm Not Gonna Teach Your...
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5-Hour Symphony
Grace Chen (she/her) takes some notes on emotion and repetition. Sam modifies his intro in discussing common practice music. Music played: Lieder ohne Worte I, Op. 19b: III. "Hunting Song" by Felix Mendelssohn, performed by Daniel Barenboim Paper Moon by John Wheeler Track 10 by Charli xcx You...
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...and she's bisexual!
Zak Vilanilam (he/him) gives Sam a lesson in music history. The two of them receive an additional lesson from a recommender, and have the exact same thought. Songs played: Bound by Luna Honey Stormy Weather by Ethel Water Crimson and Clover by Joan Jett and the Blackhearts
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The Anti-Stalker Association of Swarthmore, PA
Zachary Baggs (he/him) talks about one song that's new, two songs he knew, and one song that's nu. Okay, it's not actually nu-metal, it's a different flavor of metal, but I care more about writing a good episode description than I do about accurately characterizing genres. Songs played: Reliquia…
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Screw What You Like
Lilliana Zavin (she/her) meets Sam for the first time in an unusual What You Like episode. Songs played: September Fields by Frazey Ford Birds by Electrelane Harvest for the World by The Isley Brothers Outshined by Soundgarden
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#thingsudontgo2
Kacey Young (she/her) receives a text from her dad. Sam finds a song romantic. Wow, I've really gotten worse at writing these episode descriptions. Songs played: Bless the Telephone by Labi Siffre Firestarter by The Prodigy Extreme Dream by Labor Day Bloodline by 1919
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I Can Read IPA
Daniel Sun (he/him) helps pronounce the name of a song. Sam dives into ambience and atmosphere. Songs played: The Lines in the Trees by David O'Dowda It's Called: Freefall by Rainbow Kitten Surprise Massachusetts by Ylvis Until the Last Ember Fades by Our Lady of Burning Thorns
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I'm Done Apologizing
Tolga Bozkurt (he/him) makes What You Like history, though perhaps not how he would like. Sam explores a variety of vocal styles and provides a recommendation of his own. Songs played: Home by LCD Soundsystem Tears from Crime by Northless One Room Disco by Perfume Sleep Now in the Fire by Rage...
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All Pop Songs Are Cheesy
What makes songs popular? Nico Johnson (he/him), the first guest whose music we've played, highlights the newer material of an older pop star. Sam asks him to choose between fewest to most or most to fewest. Songs played: To The Moon by Meghan Trainor We're An American Band by Yo La Tengo SAD…
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Go Back to Preschool
Sawyer Sullivan (he/him) explores folk, country, and/or pop music--including the first song sent to tinyurl.com/sendsongs. Sam learns to embrace the chaos. Songs played: the void / Madison by Sadurn Capsized by Nico Johnson HOT TO GO! by Chappell Roan Crooked Teeth by Zach Bryan
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The What You Like Society of Swarthmore College
Isshin Yunoki (he/him) promotes some neo-soul before graduating. Sam takes a quick break. Songs played: david by Allysha Joy Ultimately by khai dreams Side by Side by Side from Company (original cast recording) SHADOWBORN by Hiroyuki Sawano
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Taylor Swisms
Isaac Cheng (he/him) discusses Sam's music theory affinities while ardently refusing to leave his seat. Songs played: When I Was Your Man by Bruno Mars One (Radio Edit) by Metallica Denim Jacket by Sammy Rae & The Friends Lover by Taylor Swift
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Hit the Head on the Nail
Aidan O'Connell (he/him) explores rock-adjacent music and provides arrogant etymology. Sam discusses what he likes about What You Like. Songs played: Mayonaise by Smashing Pumpkins Little Chaos by Orla Gartland The Last Polka (Live at Sony Music Studios, New York, NY - June 1997) Vienna by Billy...
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Sensitive Female Deep Voices
Lyra Ederington (she/her) sings a frighteningly low note into the microphone. Sam highlights a common chord progression and one of its less savory names. Songs played: Wolf Totem by The HU April by Caravan Palace T.I.M.E. by Neil Cicierega champagne problems by Taylor Swift
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After Dark II
Lilly (she/they) censors their surname to share a story for their song. Sam makes sure to swear more aggressively while he has the chance. Songs played: Flashing Lights by Kanye West Versace by Migos Heart Attack by scarlxrd King Kunta by Kendrick Lamar
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Punk Rock at McDonald's
Jeremy Weinstein-Sears (he/him) contrasts fast food chains. Sam sees metaphors in the production of Jeremy's recommendation. Songs played: twilight zone by Ariana Grande In The Bible by RØRY Rock N Roll McDonalds by Wesley Willis Romance is Boring by Los Campesinos!
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Inside Aceball
Aaron Moss (all pronouns) whispers their experience composing and mixing. Sam explores the spectrum of music production. Songs played: Battle at Journey's End from OCTOPATH TRAVELER by Yasunori Nishiki So Far Yet So Close by Jorge Padilla Tried and True by Ween Cutthroat by Imagine Dragons
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Double Time (part 2)
Logan Lim (he/him) and Logan Ragland (he/him) play fewer songs and hear more music than the average What You Like guest. Sam takes some notes. Song played: Close to the Edge by Yes
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Double Time (part 1)
Logan Lim (he/him) and Logan Ragland (he/him) play fewer songs and hear more music than the average What You Like guest. Sam takes some notes. Song played: Mirror of Souls by Theocracy
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Tasty, Tasty Basslines
Michelle Leonard (she/her) monologues for a minute or two before recommending a What You Like first: a song that Sam has heard before. Music played: Balatro Theme (main) by Louis F Parasites by Daniel Kahn & the Painted Bird Don't Give Up by Peter Gabriel feat. Kate Bush Ox by MOSSBACK & Supachefm
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Bouncy, Bubbly, Bisexual
Ash Currall (they/them) spends the majority of their brief Swarthmore Stint on air. Sam tries to figure out why they have the same last name. Songs played: Girls in Bikinis by Poppy Summer by Good Kid Drift Away by Jorge Padilla Middle Cyclone by Neko Case
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Angry Drums
Pivoting from a What You Like first, Bleau Porter (she/her) tunes in to various points on the pop to rock spectrum. Sam finds a recommendation in an unexpected place. Songs played: Mirror Kissers by The Cribs All I Do by Bully Fire! by Alan Walker feat. JVKE and YUQI Close Enough by Stress Dolls
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Co-opted by Mormons
Ari Froelich (he/they) takes up the mic 15 hours after agreeing to, and illustrates a gradually shifting music taste. Sam extols the virtues of a second computer monitor and Dropout.tv. Songs played: Persimmon by The Army the Navy Dorobucci Highlife by Mavins Cherry Pie by Warrant OFF MY FACE by...
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Too Many Adjectives
Devin Gibson (he/him) bears witness to the most political What You Like set yet. Sam bears witness to his own mispronunciations. Songs played: The Hand that Feeds by Nine Inch Nails Wind Rider by aivi & surasshu Cowboy Nudes by Geese Where Will We Go? by Jorge Padilla
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We Missed It!
Stretching the limits of the witty banter, Sam plays only three songs. Izzy Reel (she/her) considers parental involvement and musical repetition. Songs played: Mr. Roboto by Styx Lasidan by Ali Farka Touré feat. Ry Cooder Prospero’s Magic by Michael Nyman Band
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Extra Philosophical
YuJing Chen (she/they) falls victim to the first genre/taste clash on the show. A brief interruption throws off Sam's timing. Songs played: Spoon by Cibo Matto Live & Learn by Crush 40 Katchua by Ya Levis Water Puzzle by Earsnail
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Sam-Friendly Drill
Do we like the music we like for a reason? Sam tries to divine order from chaos. For their part, Ben Rotko (any pronouns) creates chaos. Songs played: Sprinter by Dave & Central Cee By Being with You by Cosmo Sheldrake At This Point in My Life by Tracey Chapman Boho Days by Jonathan Larson Ebb…
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A Halloween Christmas Episode
The previously-referenced Bijan Taheri (he/him) gets spooked. Silence and Sam build and release tension; Sam goes silent. Songs played: Parandeh by Martik The Old Witch Sleep and the Good Man Grace by The Amazing Devil Excitable Boy by Warren Zevon At the Zoo by Simon and Garfunkel
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An Album, An Artist, A Song
Evelyn Weixel (she/her) shares some backstory. She and Sam walk through a fog. Music played: Sibelius's Symphony No. 5 in E-flat Major, Op. 82, mvt. III, performed by Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra Jigsaw Falling into Place by Radiohead Millimillenary by Cocteau Twins love nwantiti (ah ah ah) by Ckay
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After Dark
In penance to Bad Bunny, Sam swears live on air. Elijah Nepomuceno (he/him) tries to steal his job by appealing to your dad. Songs played: Sawed off Shotgun by The Glorious Sons Exmilitary by JPEGMAFIA RACECAR by Aries Behemoth VIP by Svdden Death
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Procreation is Not a Swear Word
Carlos Benavides (he/him) definitely describes a meme over the radio. He and Sam explore different kinds of censorship in preparation for an episode without it. Songs played: Common People by Pulp Alone As Ever by All under heaven Get the Gang Together by Gerard Way Capillary by Human Bloom
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I Caught a Cold
An under-the-weather Sam battles technology issues to put on an almost-normal episode. Nathan Rogers (he/they) questions whether the show is taking things too far. Songs played: Second Arrow by Ella Collier We Need a Bigger Dumpster by Cheekface TRUE by Spandau Ballet Sweet Pumpkin by Samara Joy
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Nebula of Noise
In a chaotic episode filled with firsts, James Shelton (he/him) recognizes a recommendation from somebody else. Songs played: Blame It on Me by Barenaked Ladies A Soul With No King - Remix by AURORA (feat. NATURE) Pollo Rico by billy woods An Old Fashioned Love Song by Three Dog Night
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What Shall Not Be Named
After a bit of Déjà vu, Logan Lim (he/him) listens to some maximalist music. After a bit of Déjà vu, Sam says the one word worse than any swear. Songs played: All I See by Gus McArthur Origami by The Rare Occasions Luv (sic) Grand Finale by Nujabes (feat. Shing02) Wren by Aimer Dads in Space by...
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Silent Films
Fighting a strange reverb effect that took over Sam's vocals, Sam and Max Colfax (he/him) tell it like it is and pitch a new radio show. Songs played: Money that Matters by Randy Newman Johnny by Suicide Tell It Like It Is by Nina Simone Even Angels Fall by Jessica Riddle The Bear by Ok Goodnight...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
I, Sam Currall (he/him), listen to songs submitted to tinyurl.com/sendsongs ( http://tinyurl.com/sendsongs ) and talk about what I personally like about them. Every week, I get a different guest to provide their own recommendations and discuss their opinions on the songs. The show is judgment-free, and we focus on the positive aspects of any song.This show is recorded live on air via the Swarthmore student-run radio station, WSRN. They broadcast on 91.5FM, or you can listen on wsrnfm.com. We go live every Friday from 2-3, with exceptions for holidays.
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Sam Currall
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