Best This Song Sucks Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 128 - The Art of the Cover: What Makes a Great One? 21:02

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10h ago21:02

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What makes a truly unforgettable cover song? In this episode of Songs That Don't Suck, Mark breaks down the art of the perfect cover—from lounge-style rap medleys to Johnny Cash's legendary take on NIN. Plus, five new tracks you need to hear right now. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to the website Songs That Don’t Su…

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591: It's Gettin' Hot in Here, So Take Off All Your Clothes 19:48

1d ago19:48

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I discuss our most recent session of Wrath of the Righteous, then take calls from Jason, Menion, and Ray! Good times!

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Let Mel Robbins Share Her 5 Tips for a Healthy Relationship 50:21

3d ago50:21

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The best-selling author and motivational podcast host Mel Robbins is known for her blunt advice and viral wisdom, from The 5-Second Rule to countless proverbs on relationships, confidence and everyday stuck-ness. Her most recent book, “The Let Them Theory,” has given her readers a fresh perspective for navigating disappointment, rejection and uncer…

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590: Fading the Dragonbone 7:51

5d ago7:51

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I give a short, spoiler-free review of Tad William's The Dragonbone Chair, and share my thoughts on pod fading. Is it a bad thing? Check it out!

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Episode 127 - 3rd Annual Songs That Don’t Suck Mid-Year Review: Top Tracks of 2025 (So Far) 27:34

7d ago27:34

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Take a trip through the best new music of 2025 (so far) with Mark on the 3rd Annual Songs That Don’t Suck Mid-Year Review. Discover 10 standout tracks that have dominated the year and playlists alike. To check the website Songs That Don’t Suck for all things. Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ~ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ | BlueSky…

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‘The Interview’: Ocean Vuong was Ready to Kill. Then a Moment of Grace Changed His Life. 50:52

12d ago50:52

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This week on Modern Love, we’re bringing you a conversation we liked so much that we’re envious we didn’t get to have ourselves. In a raw but deeply heartfelt and compassionate conversation with “The Interview" host David Marchese, author and poet Ocean Vuong talks about the real reason he became a writer. Unlock full access to New York Times podca…

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Episode 126 - Concert Review + Fresh Song Picks (Ryan Adams, Blü Eyes, Zilch & More!) 21:46

14d ago21:46

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Relive the cozy and captivating Ryan Adams Heartbreaker 25th anniversary show at Akron’s Goodyear Theater, plus fresh song picks from Blü Eyes, Zilch, The Lemonheads, Red Rum Club, and Ando San—tuned for pop, grunge, indie, alt-country‑punk, and funky hip‑hop vibes on Songs That Don’t Suck! To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice …

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589: Solo Games 15:56

15d ago15:56

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I got a couple calls from my friends Jason and Joe about the joys of soloing. Pretty sure "soloing" means something else these days, but there it is. Late pledges for Reaver: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ravengodgames/reaver-sword-and-sorcery-role-playing-game-0

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To Share or Not to Share? How Location Sharing Is Changing Our Relationships 32:54

19d ago32:54

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When we asked Modern Love listeners how location sharing is affecting their relationships, the responses we got were all over the map. Some people love this technology. Some hate it. But either way, it has changed something fundamental about how we demonstrate our love and how we set boundaries around relationships. Today, we’re sharing a few of ou…

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588: Wrath of the Adventuress 14:51

20d ago14:51

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I talk about my latest session of Wrath of the Righteous, and my upcoming one on one game. Good times!

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Episode 125 - Rock’s Next Generation & Five New Songs That Don’t Suck 18:27

21d ago18:27

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In this episode Mark explores the musical legacy of rockstar offspring and dives into five standout new tracks—from Michigander’s collaboration to Big Wheels’ gritty vocals. A melodic journey you won't want to miss! To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to the website Songs That Don’t Suck Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck…

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‘Materialists’ Director Celine Song Believes in Love at First Conversation 32:22

26d ago32:22

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The director Celine Song won over audiences and critics alike with her first feature film, “Past Lives,” the semi-autobiographical tale of a married Korean American woman meeting up with her former childhood sweetheart. Now Song is back with another story about love called “Materialists.” This time the main character is a matchmaker, a job that Son…

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587? One on One 8:50

27d ago8:50

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Am I talking basketball? Love making? RPG's? All three? Tune in and find out! With a beautiful contribution by the brilliant Anthony of the Casting Shadows blog media empire! Also, big thanks to Hall and Oats!

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Episode 124 - What Happens the Day the Music Dies & 5 Songs You Need Now 19:58

28d ago19:58

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This episode Mark reflects on the fragility of streaming, highlights the importance of owning physical music media, and shines the spotlight on five powerful new tracks from Dropkick Murphys, The 4411, Richy Mitch and the Coal Miners, Roe Kapara, and Biffy Clyro. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suc…

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586: Jambalaya 13:31

30d ago13:31

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A good jambalaya blends meats, seafood, spices, and cultures in a delicious mélange of flavors—just like this episode, which mixes gaming, travel, books, and more. Dig in!

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Open Your Heart and Loosen Up! Therapist Terry Real’s Advice for Fathers 58:27

1M ago58:27

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For Father’s Day, the Modern Love team asked for your stories about fatherhood and emotional vulnerability. We heard from listeners who told us that their dads rarely expressed their emotions, from listeners whose fathers wore their hearts on their sleeves and from fathers themselves who were trying to navigate parenting with emotional honesty and …

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Episode 123 - "another ancient headache..." 19:49

1M ago19:49

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Dive into Episode 123 of Songs That Don’t Suck, where Mark Bradbourne explores the euphoric science of live music and reviews fresh tracks from Ethan Bortnick, Big Wreck, Paige Fish, and Kanadia. A must-read for Gen X music lovers still chasing that perfect riff. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suc…

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First Love Mixtape: Side B (Encore) 22:01

1M ago22:01

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In last week’s episode, the Modern Love team shared the songs that taught us about love when we were young. But in this week’s episode, we hear from you, our listeners, about the songs that helped shape your ideas about love. We heard from present-day teens streaming their anthems on repeat, and we heard from listeners who have been with their part…

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585: Two Person In-Person Two Meeting Book Club 14:20

1M ago14:20

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I talk about the fantasy novel The Blacktongue Thief ,by Christopher Buehlman. THere are some minor spoilers, but not a ton, and I talk for a awhile AND give a warning before I get into any spoiler territory .

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Episode 122 - "..you pick up the gun or become the target..." 16:09

1M ago16:09

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The week I tell you the tale of Aware Records and their amazing compilations they released over the years... and of course, I've got some killer new tracks for you! To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suck Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ~ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ | BlueSky 2025 Songs That Don’t Suck || 2024 So…

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Indiana Bible College Allegedly STOLE the VIRAL Song, 'John 1'?! | Let It Be Heard Ep. 101 | 5/29/25 32:07

2M ago32:07

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In this episode of 'Let It Be Heard,' host Jaden Heard dives into a riveting controversy involving Indiana Bible College (IBC) and a viral song, 'John 1.' Jaden discusses the theological and ethical implications of IBC's Oneness Pentecostal beliefs, which deny the Trinity. The episode reveals how IBC allegedly stole the song 'John 1' from the talen…

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First Love Mixtape: Side A (Encore) 21:06

2M ago21:06

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This episode of “Modern Love” features Lisa Selin Davis’s essay “What Lou Reed Taught Me About Love.” She writes about how the song “I’ll Be Your Mirror” became the soundtrack to her summer romance with a floppy-haired “rocker kid” who inadvertently helped her find healing. Then, we hear from some members of the “Modern Love” team about the songs t…

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584: Wrath of the Euphemism 14:08

2M ago14:08

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Today I talk about my group's final session of the fifth book of Paizo's 1st edition Pathfinder campaign, Wrath of the Righteous!s. Good times!

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Episode 121 - "It's a foreign language fever dream" 18:45

2M ago18:45

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This week I take a look at The Loudness Wars in all their ridiculousness. .. and of course, the reason you're here... new music. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suck Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ~ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ | BlueSky 2025 Songs That Don’t Suck || 2024 Songs That Don’t Suck || 2023 Songs Th…

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Friends for 16 Years. Lovers for One Night. 39:43

2M ago39:43

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Elizabeth and Jeff were best friends. They did everything together, from early-morning runs to late-night karaoke sessions. They came up with secret code names for each other and went on undercover missions in their neighborhood. They fought, and made up, and fought some more. Beneath their playful dynamic, an attraction was growing between them, b…

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Episode 120 - "she's drinking diamonds and lying on the phone" 17:18

2M ago17:18

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This week I've got a quick review of the Bridge City Sinner most recent show in Cleveland at the House of Blues, and 5 new tracks that you need to check out. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suck Connect with Songs That Don’t Suck ~ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠ | BlueSky 2025 Songs That Don’t Suck || 2024 Songs Tha…

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583: Call in Catch Up 24:28

2M ago24:28

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I'm back and I have a bunch of calls to play, covering all sorts of topics! Today we're talking Kings of the Wyld, AI, Blacktongue Thief, adventure path layout, mythological historicity, and more! I have calls from, not in this order; Dark Fluid, Riley, B.J., and Jason Wiebe. Good stuff!

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State of CHH, New Age/Witchcraft, Faith Talk feat. Cyfe II⁩ | Let It Be Heard Ep 100 | 5/15/25 38:23

2M ago38:23

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In this episode of Let It Be Heard, host Jaden Heard talks with special guest and Christian Hip Hop artist, Cyfe II. We talk Cyfe's transformation from a secular rapper to a Christian artist guided by faith, inspired by a challenging journey of overcoming New Age and witchcraft. We also delve into Cyfe’s musical journey and the creation of his albu…

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Why Boys and Men Are Floundering, According to Relationship Therapist Terry Real 37:15

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A session with Terry Real, a marriage and family therapist, can get uncomfortable. He’s known to mirror and amplify the emotions of his clients, sometimes cursing and nearly yelling, often in an attempt to get men in touch with the emotions they’re not used to honoring. Real says men are often pushed to shut off their expression of vulnerability wh…

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Episode 119 - "a great movie in reverse..." 21:15

2M ago21:15

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This week I skip down nostalgia lane and find a long lost friend in the shape of a song I thought was lost to the annuals of history! As promised, here is a link to that magical friend! I've also got a handful of new songs for your listening pleasure! To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suck Connect wi…

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A Mother’s Fierce, Extravagant Love (Encore) 22:18

2M ago22:18

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In honor of Mother’s Day this week, we revisit the story of one mom who went to extraordinary lengths to make sure her daughter always felt her love, even after she was gone. Each time Genevieve Kingston reached a milestone — a birthday, her first period, high school graduation, she’d reach into the box her mom had packed for her and pull out the n…

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Episode 118 - "...I lost my heart and the future's gone with it..." 21:16

2M ago21:16

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This week I am all up in my feels about aging musicians, and I'll probably catch some strays as I'm talking about Ozzy and the Back to the Beginning concert... and of course, I've got some new music for your playlists. Come on in, the water is fine, but the takes might be hot. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs …

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582: ChatRPG 10:42

2M ago10:42

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Once again proving that I am the most sporadic podcast on the internet, here's another episode! I wanted to talk about how ChatGPT is helping to make gaming more accessible—so that's what I'm going to do. Let's get into it!

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581: Two-Person, In-Person Book Club #1 12:44

2M ago12:44

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You see it in the title. I just got home from the inaugural, two person, in-person book club and it was awesome! We discussed Kings of the Wyld, so I want to talk about that a bit. Plus, I got a call from my good friend, BJ of the Arcane Alienist so you know I had to play that! Let's do it! ,

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Trump/Elon Derangement Syndrome, Depression, Does Your life Suck? | Let It Be Heard Ep 99 | 4/30/25 25:56

2M ago25:56

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In this episode of 'Let It Be Heard', host Jaden Heard gives his update on his move from Alabama to Texas, reflects on what's happening across the country regarding the current Trump administration, and talks about depression and anxiety. Follow me! X: @jaden_heard TikTok: @notjadenheard Instagram:@jadenheard https://bio.site/jadenheard Patriot Mob…

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Miranda July Knew Exactly What She Was Doing 36:17

3M ago36:17

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It’s been almost a year since Miranda July released her hit novel, “All Fours.” The novel features a woman in her mid-40s who heads out on a solo road trip across the country, only to stop at a roadside motel 30 minutes from her home. She winds up staying there for three weeks, exploring and questioning what she actually wants and needs out of midl…

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Episode 117 - "a hotline to the afterlife" 20:23

3M ago20:23

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This week I'm chatting about the great mysteries in life, like bands who don't play the same set of songs every night when they are on tour... and of course I've got a bunch of great new songs for you, and one song that will make you scratch your head. To check out this week’s songs on your platform of choice head to Songs That Don’t Suck Connect w…

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580: Wrath of the Dragonriders of Horses 16:45

3M ago16:45

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Man, my episode numbering has gone off the freaking rails, but I'm back on track now. To the best of my knowledge, this episode is numbered correctly. Anyways, today I'm talking Wrath of the Righteous. Dragonriders of Pern ,not going to the gym, and more! Check it out! ,

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You’re Probably Thinking About Boundaries All Wrong 39:29

3M ago39:29

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KC Davis is a therapist and author known for her practical, empathetic advice on dealing with clutter, even when you are feeling like too much of a mess yourself to take care of the mess in your home. Her TikTok videos on the subject have been viewed millions of times. But lately, Davis has been talking and writing about our relationships not just …