Best The Beatles Podcasts (2025)

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Let It Be... Naked 1:39:11

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Let It Be came out in May 1970. In honor of its anniversary we look at Paul McCartney's version (basically) -- Let It Be... Naked. This is a version of the Let It Be album with much of producer Phil Spector's production removed. There's a different sequence of songs, different songs included and left off and very different production. It's a really…

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Let It Be... Naked 1:39:11

5d ago1:39:11

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Let It Be came out in May 1970. In honor of its anniversary we look at Paul McCartney's version (basically) -- Let It Be... Naked. This is a version of the Let It Be album with much of producer Phil Spector's production removed. There's a different sequence of songs, different songs included and left off and very different production. It's a really…

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Behind The Scenes: How The Rock Music Business Worked, with Paul Rappaport 1:20:53

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See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartRadio and WAXQ-FM

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Episode 110- John & Yoko: A Love Story and more... with David 'Ghosty' Wills (Part 2 of 2) 1:29:49

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Ghosty joins Antony once again to wrap up our dissection of ‘John & Yoko: A Love Story’, and there is also some discussion of two other presentations from 1985. ‘John Lennon: A Journey In The Life’ is a ‘cheap and cheerful’ trawl through the Lennon story, with another Liverpudlian Bernard Hill portraying our hero in John’s own words, and ‘John Lenn…

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305: Contentious Credits 2:19:55

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In recent years, the quality of Beatles scholarship has risen considerably, and the old days of accepting and repeating any old data (even coming from sources that should be credible) - without examining it deeper to see if it really stands up - are long gone. With The Beatles, music is always at the heart of their story, and in particular, what th…

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Episode 250: Review of Wings, "Back to the Egg" 1:16:02

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Thank you for helping us reach 250 episodes! To celebrate, we're finally diving into one of our most requested albums: Back to the Egg by Paul McCartney and Wings, released in 1979. Long overlooked and still awaiting a super deluxe reissue—alongside London Town—this record has become a fan favorite in recent years. But is it a hidden gem or rightfu…

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Beatles ’90 pt7 1:10:52

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It's the finale of 1990 and Paul McCartney is drawing a historic year in his solo career to a close with a new single. Taken from his new Tripping the Live Fantastic package capturing the best performances from his whirlwind 89-90 World Tour, the single All My Trials captures Macca and the band at their most soulful. A fitting, poignant end to a ye…

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Episode 249: Songs Under the Microscope, Vol. 34: The "Yokos!" - "Oh Yoko" and "Dear Yoko" by John Lennon 46:19

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In this episode, we go back into the lab to talk about two "Yoko" songs by John Lennon: "Oh Yoko" from 1971's Imagine and "Dear Yoko" from 1980's Double Fantasy. As usual, we discuss the lyrics, the context, the music, and cover versions. Which song do we like better? Which one works better in context on their respective albums? Are there any inter…

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304: Badfinger's Head First with Bob Jackson 1:56:56

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Beatle proteges Badfinger were an Apple band that simultaneously produced some of the finest pop/rock of their era while beset by management malfeasance leading directly to their decimation by suicide. It was fifty years ago that Pete Ham, their songwriter responsible for "No Matter What," "Day After Day" and "Baby Blue" and co-writer with Tommy Ev…

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Buskin with The Beatles #105 excerpt - George Martin, Orchestrating The Beatles 4:25

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With New York Times classical music critic/Beatles expert Allan Kozinn.By Richard Buskin & Erik Taros

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Midas Man Watchalong 2:15:22

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NOTE: although Midas Man is not available on major streaming platofmrs, you can buy and watch it at this link: https://bit.ly/4jQmYGa This supports the creators of the movie better than watching it on streaming does! ------------------------- In this episode, we do a watchalong to the 2024 film Midas Man, which tells the story of Beatles manager Br…

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Midas Man Watchalong 2:15:22

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NOTE: although Midas Man is not available on major streaming platofmrs, you can buy and watch it at this link: https://bit.ly/4jQmYGa This supports the creators of the movie better than watching it on streaming does! ------------------------- In this episode, we do a watchalong to the 2024 film Midas Man, which tells the story of Beatles manager Br…

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Episode 109- John & Yoko: A Love Story with David 'Ghosty' Wills (Part 1 of 2) 1:22:57

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We’re happy to welcome back David ‘Ghosty’ Wills to discuss John & Yoko: A Love Story, a 1985 biopic starring Mark McGann and Kim Miyori that was very dear to our hearts, at least until we rewatched it! We discuss some of the better scenes and also the unintentional comedy and ‘TV movie tropes’ of others. We cover about two thirds of the film here,…

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Thru the AKOM Lens: One to One w/ Hercules Jones 1:38:41

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SUMMARY: Hercules Jones joins Phoebe to discuss the new big-screen documentary, One to One: John & Yoko. PLAYLIST: Attica StateJOHN & YOKO(1972) Power to the PeopleJOHN & YOKO (1971) Luck of the Irish JOHN & YOKO(1972) John Sinclair JOHN & YOKO(1972) Looking Out From My Hotel Window YOKO ONO (1973) Sisters O' Sisters JOHN & YOKO(1972) We're All Wat…

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303: John and Paul - A Love Story in Songs with Ian Leslie 1:23:45

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My guest has produced one of those rare books in The Beatles' literary canon not penned by an insider (or by someone named Lewisohn) that has arrived with a tidal wave of press; in advance and since. Ian Leslie, who in the past has written about psychology, has put together a thesis examining the singular personal and professional relationship betw…

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Beatles ’90 pt6 1:21:00

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The Traveling Wilburys are coming! The Traveling Wilburys are coming! Well, actually they're HERE as of October 29th, 1990 and the release of The Traveling Wilburys vol3 -- the highly anticipated follow-up to the super-group's hit debut record. Despite the shift in decade and the fallen Roy Orbison, the project begun by George Harrison had another …

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Episode 248: Beatles "Friends" -- Allen Klein 1:01:21

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Apart from Yoko Ono, probably no other figure in the Beatles story is as divisive and hated as much as Allen Klein. Klein was brought into clean up the business disaster that was Apple, and to get a better contract and more money for the Beatles. After his work with Sam Cooke, The Rolling Stones, and others, the Beatles gave Klein a chance to impro…

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SATB SPECIAL: ONE TO ONE with Gary Wenstrup 1:08:02

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On April 10, 2025, the film One To One: John and Yoko was released in US theaters. Gary Wenstrup (SATB Olympiad series) attended a screening, and in this SATB Special, have a discussion on what we saw: what was good - what we thought was less so - what was in it - what was not in it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Eight Hands Clapping! AKOM Talks w/ Allison Bumsted & Christine Feldman-Barrett 55:48

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Authors Dr. Allison Bumstead and Dr. Christine Feldman-Barrett join Daphne and Phoebe to discuss the Big-Screen viewing of Paul McCartney and Wings in "One Hand Clapping." Originally recorded Oct 9, 2024; originally aired April 17, 2025. --- Allison's Links: Dr. Allison Bumsted: https://www.instagram.com/allisonbumsted “TeenSet, Teen Fan Magazines,…

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Lennon, The Mobster & The Lawyer! 1:02:49

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John Lennon Attorney and author Jay Bergen reflects on his experience representing John Lennon in 1975. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartRadio and WAXQ-FM

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Bonus Episode - April Beatles News! 20:39

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In this episode, we give you some timely Beatles news of upcoming releases, reviews of recent items, and some predictions for the next few months in Beatles releases. A new, full episode will be coming out soon too! Thanks for listening! Feel free to email or record a message to [email protected] and we'll include you in our "Please…

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Beatles ’90 pt5 1:17:24

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Summer 1990 brought an increasingly unusual sight for fans in an ever-evolving post-Beatles world: the release of two new singles by two former Beatles respectively. First up was George Harrison, back in the studio with the Traveling Wilburys to release the charity single Nobody's Child. The release, in aid of Romanian orphans spearheaded by George…

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302: TeenSet and Rock Fan Magazines with Allison Bumsted 1:46:25

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An important part of understanding both rock history generally and The Beatles' history specifically is contained in a study of the fan magazines produced throughout the 50s and 60s. For the purposes of this discussion, Dr. Allison Bumsted's newly-published TeenSet, Teen Fan Magazines and Rock Journalism: Don't Let The Name Fool You is THE roadmap …

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Johnny Van Zant on 'Live at the Ryman' 50 Years of Lynyrd Skynyrd & Gary Rossington's Last Show 17:08

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Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman Johnny Van Zant joins Ken Dashow for a very special edition of Live at 5 on Q104.3. Johnny joins the segment to share a cut of "Tuesday's Gone" from the band's 50th anniversary concert from the Ryman Auditorium, the last concert to feature cofounder Gary Rossington before his death a few months later. "If I could live it 100…

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Herb Alpert Talks The Creation Of A&M Records And The Near-Miss Of Signing The Beatles 34:34

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Ken Dashow sits down with the iconic Herb Alpert. Discover the fascinating story behind the Tijuana Brass, the creation of A&M Records with Jerry Moss, and the near-miss of signing The Beatles. Herb's musical journey is nothing short of extraordinary! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Beatles ’90 pt4 1:23:49

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It's summer 1990 and the Paul McCartney World Tour is headed toward its final stretch of shows. Using a dynamic mix of Beatles classics, solo hits, album tracks for the hardcore fans and cutting edge stage production technology, Macca's bag of tricks had wowed audiences across the planet...but the surprises weren't over yet. It was in Paul's triump…

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301: The Beatles' Bag of Tricks Volume 2 with Jack Petruzzelli and Cameron Greider 1:25:48

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Returning guests Cameron Greider and Jack Petruzzelli (both of the RPM-School.com) are on hand to discuss more of what The Beatles used in their songcraft: 6th and minor 3rds. If ths sounds like indecipherable music theory, hang on - it isn't and once you become aware of it, you'll recognize it everywhere - how often and how artfully they used it, …

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Dylan and McCartney: the Partners That Never Were 1:33:44

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SUMMARY AKOM presents: DYLAN McCARTNEY The Partners That Never Were Phoebe and Thalia explore the songwriting of Bob Dylan and Paul McCartney, how their styles differ and overlap and why we think they would complement each other beautifully in a potential collaboration. Also included: What Bob and Paul have said about each other over the years, son…

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Living In The Material World 1:46:45

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The panel takes a look at George Harrison's 1973 album Living In The Material World. Our reason is that a re-release came out last year (2024) and we've been meaning to examine it. But also we are sometimes big dummies who haven't given things a proper listen and it was just long overdue for us to give this a proper listen. Hey, guess what? It's go…

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Living In The Material World 1:46:45

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The panel takes a look at George Harrison's 1973 album Living In The Material World. Our reason is that a re-release came out last year (2024) and we've been meaning to examine it. But also we are sometimes big dummies who haven't given things a proper listen and it was just long overdue for us to give this a proper listen. Hey, guess what? It's go…

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Episode 108: The Gospel According To John Lennon (Part 4 of 4) 1:21:04

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Another podcast journey comes to an end as we conclude our look at John Lennon (and The Beatles’) religious, spiritual and philosophical journey by use of Steve Turner’s excellent book ‘The Gospel According To The Beatles’ After a brief recap of the previous episodes, Part 4 picks up from the formation of Apple in 1967, our four favourite rock gods…

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Episode 247: Classic Beatles Gigs: "Drop In" TV Show, Sweden, October 1963 29:04

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In this episode, we explore an early European gig the Beatles played in Stockholm, Sweden, on October 30, 1963. Their appearance on the TV show Drop In marked the final stop of their first Scandinavian tour. Unlike the frenzied crowds they would soon face, the audience was remarkably well-behaved, allowing the band’s performance to shine. The Beatl…

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Beatles ’90 pt3 1:22:44

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As the lumpy trousers continued their march across the world in the spring of 1990, another Beatles live experience arrived on the shores of Liverpool just in time for a special anniversary. The John Lennon memorial concert on May 5th offered healthy doses of both celebration and catharsis for the home city of the former Beatle on what would have b…

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The News Today OH BOY! 1:07:23

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SUMMARY Phoebe and Daphne discuss the (Beatle) news of the day in this unfiltered, bonus AKOM. Eyes of the Storm Paul Mescal Another Grammy!? Gettin’ High w/ Paul Bowery Ballroom SNL 50 New Paul album?! Does He Think of Me? Was He Jealous? John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs McCartney Legacy Pt.2 Paul’s Money THE PAUL MCCARTNEY DRAG BALL! PLAYLIST A…

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Episode 246: Put Them in the Movies, Review of "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" (1978) 1:14:28

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Jump into this episode where we do a fully-detailed analysis and deep dive of the 1978 movie Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band starring Peter Frampton and The Bee Gees, among *numerous* other guest stars of the day like George Burns and Steve Martin. Often deemed one of the worst films of all time, we talk about the absolutely idiotic plot, the…

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300: Something About The Beatles' 300th Episode 3:22:07

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YOU the loyal listeners decided what your fave moments of the show were, and based on your input, SATB runs down moments from the past 7+ years, featuring only a sampling of the many guests we've had on the show. These include (alphabetically): Nancy Lee Andrews Christine Feldman-Barrett Pattie Boyd Allison Bumsted James Campion Laura Cortner Denni…

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Look Up - Ringo Starr 1:10:50

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The panel goes over Look Up, the 21st studio album from Ringo Starr. Largely written and produced by T-Bone Burnett, this album features a bit more of a country flavor, though still unmistakably Ringo, maybe because he's one of the most famous people on the planet. We like this album because we like Ringo, and it's a pleasure to spend time with his…

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Look Up - Ringo Starr 1:10:50

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The panel goes over Look Up, the 21st studio album from Ringo Starr. Largely written and produced by T-Bone Burnett, this album features a bit more of a country flavor, though still unmistakably Ringo, maybe because he's one of the most famous people on the planet. We like this album because we like Ringo, and it's a pleasure to spend time with his…

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Beatles ’90 pt2 1:22:54

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In the latter days of February 1990, Paul McCartney reached several key milestones on his return to the road - first up a lifetime achievement award at the 32nd annual Grammy Awards! This recognition of Macca's solo efforts in particular reached Paul at a career high, as his world tour set its sights on the second major moment of that month - a tri…

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Episode 107- The Gospel According To John Lennon (Part 3 of 4) 1:31:49

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Continuing our lengthy exploration of John Lennon’s religious, spiritual and philosophical journey by use of Steve Turner’s excellent book ‘The Gospel According To The Beatles’, Part 3 covers some fascinating chapters spanning the years 1964 to 1968 in the book’s rough chronology. John starts to consider the limitations of fame, is influenced by Bo…

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Episode 245: Songs Under the Microscope, Vol. 33: "Pipes of Peace" by Paul McCartney 40:57

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In this episode, we talk about the title song of Paul McCartney's 1983 album Pipes of Peace. In addition to our usual discussion of lyrics and music, we talk about the powerful video that accompanied the song starring two "Pauls" (a German and English one!). This was Paul's last #1 in Britain -- does it live up to that reputation all these years la…

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Beatles ’90 pt1 1:22:04

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It's a new year, a new decade, and a new leg of the Paul McCartney world tour to ring in 1990! From Birmingham to Wembley, Detroit to Pittsburgh, Cincinnati to Indianapolis, Paul and the band continued their ultra-successful concert experience - wowing audiences and charming critics along the way. In fact, some critics known for their harsh takes o…

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299: Ringo's Beats and Threads with Gary Astridge 1:31:30

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For most whose lives were changed by The Beatles, it can only remain a dream that they would one day meet one, much less work alongside one and develop a key role in that Beatle's life and develop a friendship. But Buffalo, New York native Gary Astridge was one exceptional fellow, whose passion for percussion, inspired by the 1964 Ed Sullivan Show …

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SATB Extra: Magical Mystery Camp 2025 22:55

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Evergreen Podcasts

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Screw It, We're Just Gonna Talk About Bob Dylan 1:39:58

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A new Bob Dylan biopic, "A Complete Unknown" starring Timothy Chalamet, directed by James Mangold has been in theaters. The panel took this chance to spend an episode talking about Bobby D. We don't know his music nearly as well as we do the Beatles. But we are fans. So we just took turns picking songs and talking about them. Here's the songs we di…

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Screw It, We're Just Gonna Talk About Bob Dylan 1:39:58

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A new Bob Dylan biopic, "A Complete Unknown" starring Timothy Chalamet, directed by James Mangold has been in theaters. The panel took this chance to spend an episode talking about Bobby D. We don't know his music nearly as well as we do the Beatles. But we are fans. So we just took turns picking songs and talking about them. Here's the songs we di…

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296: The Beatles and Fandom with Richard Mills 1:30:08

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Beatles scholar Richard Mills is the author of The Beatles and Fandom: Sex, Death and Progressive Fandom (published by Bloomsbury). We discuss the unique and enduring aspects that of the group's multi-faceted base and how it is that decades later, a good portion of the population is STILL obsessed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

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Episode 244: Review of Ringo Starr, "Look Up" 49:28

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Happy 2025! We begin this year with our review of Ringo Starr's new album Look Up. We talk about the guest stars who play with Ringo (Billy Strings, Molly Tuttle, and others), the songs, the production and songwriting by T-Bone Burnett, the idea of this being a "country" album, Ringo's recent concerts in Nashville (and a cool new setlist!), and muc…

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Beatles ’89 pt11 1:11:04

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The finale of 1989 - and of the 80s - is here! And this decade just refused to go out without a bang, as Paul McCartney's World Tour rolled up to Chicago, Montreal, Toronto and the legendary Madison Square Garden! Macca's triumphant return to MSG was the culmination of his grand return to form, embraced by the public and critics alike on the back o…

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Episode 106- The Gospel According To John Lennon (Part 2 of 4) 1:20:23

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We kick off 2025 with the continuation of our lengthy exploration of John Lennon’s religious, spiritual and philosophical journey. Part 2 starts with more of John and the Beatles’ general beliefs about the world before starting a chronology of the Beatle years from the particular perspective of Steve Turner’s book ‘The Gospel According To The Beatl…