Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs
234 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 258 ratingsMark Blankenship and Sarah D. Bunting are journalists, friends, and music fans who love talking about pop music of all stripes.
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Episode 210: Prince's "Purple Rain," Ranked
November 16, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBWe're thrilled 4 the opportunity 2 rank the songs on Purple Rain. As we choose our favorites from the album, we talk about everything from instrumental breaks to terrible movies we love to the best way to pleasure oneself with a magazine. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne (with an assist from The Purple One), and our outro is by Luscious Jackson. You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To access bonus co...
Episode 209: a-ha, "Take On Me"
November 09, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThose high notes and those cheekbones clearly mean we're discussing "Take On Me," the swoon-inducer by a-ha. We're also talking about perfect riffs, the value of just doing your job, and the songs that Sarah thought were by Simple Minds. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Simple Minds (we double-checked). Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/m...
Episode 208: Christina Aguilera, "Ain't No Other Man"
November 02, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBChristina Aguilera's "Ain't No Other Man" gets us to consider the right time to holler, the best time to have a musical personality, and the perfect time to reference Project Runway. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Etta James. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking ...
Episode 207: Ollie & Jerry, "Breakin' There's No Stopping Us"
October 26, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBSpecial guest Clinton Sparks joins us to talk about "Breakin'... There's No Stopping Us," an all-time breakdance classic. We also get around to stories about Michael Jackson, VHS tapes, and things that should be more dope. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Clinton (the band, not our guest!) Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get ...
Episode 206: Dave Matthews Band, "Crash Into Me"
October 19, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBListening to "Crash Into Me" by Dave Matthews Band gets us worked up, okay? And maybe we shout and curse and talk about Ted Hughes and reminisce about the mall. But it's the process we need to face these feelings.
Episode 205: All-Listener-Request Special!
October 12, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIt's an all listener-request special! We're talking about seven songs that our listeners crave, so get ready for Missy Elliott, Sheila E, Weird Al, The Mountain Goats, The Pretenders, Bowie and Queen, and the Tootsie love theme.
Episode 204: Living Colour, "Glamour Boys"
September 28, 2020 13:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBSpecial guest Kevin Smokler joins us to discuss Living Colour's bouncy rocker "Glamour Boys," which gets us talking about joyful political protest, Black artists who make hard rock, and the real meaning of TCBY. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne and our outro is by Rick Springfield. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vo...
Episode 203: Lady Gaga, "Bad Romance"
September 21, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBWe love Lady Gaga's song "Bad Romance," and we want to tell you why. Hint: Our reasons include dope beats, the French language, the dismantling of social armor, and the legacy of Freddie Mercury. Meanwhile, a listener request has us talking about a classic B-52s video! Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Queen. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com...
Episode 202: Parliament, "Give Up The Funk (Tear The Roof Off The Sucker)"
September 14, 2020 13:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBSarah's dream of a graduate degree in funk may have to wait, but at least we can talk about "Give Up The Funk" by Parliament! That also gets us talking about musical languages we may not speak, grooves we cannot deny, and Russian gossip we can't resist. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by James Brown. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.po...
Episode 201: Belinda Carlisle, "Heaven Is A Place On Earth"
August 31, 2020 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBWhat starts as a simple discussion of Belinda Carlisle's "Heaven is a Place on Earth" evolves into a deeper (and weirder) chat about girl groups, terrible French, and the perfect time to be perfectly adequate. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by The Motels. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in r...
Episode 200: Cher's 10 Most Popular Songs, Ranked
August 24, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBTo celebrate our 200th episode (!!), we're ranking Cher's 10 most popular songs. That means we get to talk about everything from her dark-and-stormy story songs to her trendsetting dance classics to the fur-vest-wearing fellow who used to stand beside her. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Dubstar. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.pod...
Episode 199: U2, "One"
August 17, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBWe have a jones for U2's "One," a deeply moving song that helps us get past some of the things we find exhausting about Bono. After talking about the song's history and its ability to sustain multiple interpretations, we also talk about why Mary J. Blige is a genius. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by The Stone Roses. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.co...
Episode 198: Dean Martin, "Ain't That A Kick In The Head"
August 10, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBWe feel like VERY cool cats as we discuss Dean Martin's "Ain't That a Kick in Head.. We also feel like discussing masculine archetypes, cummerbunds, and whoever the hell Peter Lawford might be. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Sarah Vaughn. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote ...
Mark And Sarah Quiz About Songs 01: Hits Of 1991
August 03, 2020 13:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBWelcome to the first episode of our new music game show, Mark and Sarah Quiz About Songs! Play along with three of our listeners as they try to guess the hits of 1991. We also save plenty of time to talk about chart facts, musical obsessions, and the pins you should wear on a jean jacket. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas...
Episode 197: Patty Griffin, "Making Pies"
July 27, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBLook, we're not saying that Patty Griffin makes the perfect music for your tailgating party, but we ARE saying that her song "Making Pies" epitomizes her gift for condensing an entire life into four minutes. Come cry with us, sigh with us, and talk about potato salad that makes you die with us. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Sam Cooke. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Face...
Episode 196: Queen Latifah feat. Monie Love, "Ladies First"
July 20, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBThe legendary "Ladies First" gets us talking about how Queen Latifah can apparently do everything, and how both she and co-star Monie Love were fully formed artists from the jump. We also discuss duet partners who balance each other, lyrics that footnote themselves, and the appropriate moment to punch somebody in the face. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Def Jef. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], twee...
Episode 195: Dolly Parton's Underrated Hits
July 13, 2020 13:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBBecause we believe in angels, we're talking about Dolly Parton. More specifically, we're talking about seven of her less-remembered songs that deserve more attention, including a startling ballad from the '60s, a zippy kiss-off from the 2000s, and a late-'80s ode to cowboys with fine asses. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Patsy Cline. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or...
Episode 194: Luna, "This Time Around"
July 06, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBThanks to "This Time Around," the jangly jam by '90s alt-rockers Luna, we're digging into bands worth loving for 25 years, our grandmothers' strangest advice, and our favorite concert memories. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by The Stills. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking ep...
Episode 193: Nelly, "Ride Wit Me"
June 29, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBWhile talking about "Ride Wit Me," we realize that Nelly can basically do everything. From poetic flourishes to inspiring biography to exceptional celebrity connections, we're discussing it all! 'Round about minute 17, we're also losing our fool minds. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Duran Duran. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com...
Episode 192: Marvin Gaye, "I Heard It Through The Grapevine"
June 22, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBTalking about Marvin Gaye's "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" means talking about how covers can redefine songs, and how Gaye himself can always make us feel things. We also navigate Mark's disdain for the movie Practical Magic and once again let ourselves revel in Pip shade. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Marvin Gaye. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at faceb...
Episode 191: South Pacific, "Some Enchanted Evening"
June 15, 2020 13:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBWe're joined by special guest Chris Barron (of Spin Doctors) to talk about "Some Enchanted Evening," a perfect song tucked inside the musical South Pacific. Get ready for talk of the Muppets, surprising chord progressions, and the ukulele. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Sly and the Family Stone. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.pod...
Episode 190: Sinéad O'Connor's "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got," Ranked
June 01, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBWe've both had Sinead O'Connor's album "I Do Not Want What I Haven't Got" stuck in our heads for 30 years, but ranking it proved challenging. How do we choose among so many evocations of pain, love, and three babies? Our path includes political rage, feelings you can't understand until you're older, and, of course, and the William Tell overture. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by the Grimethorpe Colliery Band, as heard on the Brassed Off soundtrack. Want to leave us a ...
Episode 189: Yola, "Faraway Look"
May 18, 2020 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBThe passionate throwback pop that Yola delivers on "Faraway Look" gets us talking about how stories dictate performances, how to sneak stupid stuff into serious moments, and how to suffer with toast. And thanks to a patron's request, we're also talking about Annie Lennox's "Little Bird" video and the many costumes therein. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Dusty Springfield. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsong...
Episode 188: An "Always On My Mind" Hat Trick
May 11, 2020 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBWe go deep with "Always On My Mind," discussing versions by Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson, and Pet Shop Boys. In the midst of discussing storytelling structure, vocal choices, and the magic of an extra chord, we also take a break to deliver a listener-requested playlist of stay-at-home dance songs. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Patsy Cline. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us...
Episode 187: Björk, "Big Time Sensuality"
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBWe're talking about Bjork's "Big Time Sensuality," which means we're talking about blue raspberry ice cream, people with flowers for heads, and throwing up on rollercoasters. Because Bjork is surreal, see?!?! We're also talking about our preferred musical balance between experimentation and discipline, among other musical things. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Everything But the Girl. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkabo...
Episode 186: Nelly Furtado, "I'm Like A Bird"
April 27, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBWe may not agree on Nelly Furtado and her big hits, but we DO agree about Paul Rudd and the peak years of Entertainment Weekly. We're talking about all that and more! Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Dover. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patr...
Episode 185: Songs With Dubious Heroes, Ranked
April 20, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.5 MBWe're ranking songs with dubious heroes -- meaning tunes about people who are quite possibly jerks. We're also talking about the legacy of Kenny Rogers, the reason not to discuss babies in an Arby's, and the worst approximations of calypso music. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Jude. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access ...
Episode 184: INXS, "New Sensation"
April 13, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBA listener request for INXS gets us talking about "New Sensation," grade-grubbing, and the need for artists who are very good...but not quite revolutionary. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Karen Carpenter. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a pat...
Episode 183: Songs We Like By Artists We Don't
April 06, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutes - 48.5 MBWe're talking about songs we like by artists we don't, which means we're venting our spleens about Rod Stewart, pondering the blandness of Five For Fighting, considering the alleged history of Kenny Chesney, and breathing heavily about Scotty McCreery. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Chris Carmack (as Will, on Nashville). Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at face...
Episode 182: The Stills, "Changes Are No Good"
March 30, 2020 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBWe get our indie feelings out with a song from Canadian rock band The Stills. Meanwhile, Mark surprises Sarah on his journey with this week's tune, and Sarah makes Mark realize he misunderstood something she said like 100 episodes ago. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Boards of Canada. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get...
Episode 181: Weezer, "My Name Is Jonas"
March 23, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBTalking about Weezer's "My Name Is Jonas" gets us deep into Sarah's family tree, the limits of irony as a pop-music strategy, and the reasons Weezer probably developed it super-intense fan base to begin with. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by the Jonas Brothers. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content ...
The Lost Madonna Hits
March 20, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBMadonna is such a BOSS that she has 13 top-20 hits that don't appear on The Immaculate Collection or GHV2. 13! For most artists, that would be a career. For Madge, it's table scraps. But of course, these songs aren't scraps at all. They deserve to be ranked, and so we're ranking them, along with your help! Please enjoy our whoops of joy, hollers of dissent, and gasps of surprise as we learn how we feel about "Causing a Commotion," "Rain," and more! [This Single first appeared on our ...
Episode 180: Argumentative Duets, Ranked
March 16, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBWe're ranking "argumentative duets" from the Human League, Brandy & Monica, and more. We're also talking about Scandinavian animators, the music in bubble tea places, and the various meanings of the term "booty basement." Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Etta James. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (a...
Episode 179: Donna Summer, "She Works Hard For The Money"
March 09, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBTalking about Donna Summer's '80s hit has us pondering artists who can outlast backlashes, enjoying music to spite someone, and the unheralded legacy of a restroom attendant named Onetta. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Q-Feel. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking e...
Episode 178: The Village People, "Macho Man"
March 02, 2020 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBA dance-floor masterpiece is our topic today, but in addition to the Village People's hot hot disco hit, we're also talking about stuffed animals, allies in getting loud, and that time Sarah set a world Macarena record. Come for the disco, stay for Uncle Popper's Playhouse! Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Queen. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/m...
Episode 177: Rufus Wainwright, "Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk"
February 17, 2020 14:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBTalking about Rufus Wainwright's "Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk" gets us thinking about turning big emotions into digestible songs, the dramatic impact of opera, and the times parents are allowed to read their kids' diaries. (Answer: Almost never!) Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne and our outro is by Ben Folds. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. T...
Episode 176: Pharrell Williams, "Happy"
February 10, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBThere are so many ways to be happy, and Pharrell Williams' song "Happy" pretty much covers them all. We're also talking about songs that sound confident, honeymoon rituals, and important hats of 2014. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne and our outro is by Katrina and the Waves. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ...
Episode 175: Three Oscar-Anniversary Songs
February 03, 2020 14:00 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBIt's our third annual Oscar-themed episode with our good pal Joe Reid! This year, we're talking about Oscar-winning songs having major anniversaries -- from The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, and Crazy Heart -- and making an unexpected turn into our grandmother's favorite tunes. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by the Cox Family. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at ...
Episode 174: The Pharcyde, "Passin' Me By"
January 27, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBWe bow before the incredible rhymes in "Passin' Me By" by the Pharcyde, and we also talk about the pleasure of parsing lyrical references, the "collegiate" rap of the early '90s, and the best time to call someone a nincompoop. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by De La Soul. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus conte...
Episode 173: Murray Head, "One Night In Bangkok"
January 20, 2020 14:00 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIt's a crazy miracle that "One Night In Bangkok" was a top-three single, but here we are. As we talk about Murray Head's hit song -- written by the guys from ABBA (!) and Tim Rice (!!) -- we also talk about the special weirdness of the early '80s, the least likely musicals, and George Michael's little white shorts. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Taco. (OF COURSE IT IS.) Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talk...
Episode 172: Nina Simone, "Wild Is The Wind"
January 13, 2020 14:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB[Content advisory: This episode touches on family separation, American slavery, and cultural trauma.] We welcome back Eli Oberman (a great musician and our resident wind expert) to discuss Nina Simone's "Wild Is The Wind." We cover the upbeat moments in sad songs, singers who make you glad to feel wistful, and the perfect time to call a skiffle band. Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Johnny Mathis. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767...
Episode 171: Hall & Oates, "Private Eyes"
January 06, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBOur roller skating dreams are fueled by Hall & Oates, "Private Eyes," and the simple pleasures of an effortless groove. Then we think about the fate of being the second most-famous member of a duo. Shut up, And! Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Huey Lewis and The News. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content...
Episode 170: Alanis Morissette's "Jagged Little Pill," Ranked
December 23, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBThe time has come for us to rank every song on Alanis Morissette's decade-defining album. Which songs sound different to our middle-aged ears? Which songs have unexpectedly become favorites? Why is Judith Light involved? Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne and our outro is by Michelle Branch. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus ...
Episode 169: Heidi Klum, "Wonderland"
December 16, 2019 14:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBYes, Heidi Klum recorded a Christmas song, and no, we can't believe it either. Her Teutonic hubris has us talking about frightened children, Seal's domestic coping strategies, and those rare cultural artifacts that deserve both an F and an A. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Fountains of Wayne. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcas...
Episode 168: Reba McEntire, "Fancy"
December 09, 2019 14:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBWe celebrate Mark's birthday with the campy masterpiece that is Reba McEntire's "Fancy." Take a shot of moonshine every time we mention fake fingernails, celebrate sex positivity, or slip into southern accents! Our intro is by Andrew Byrne and our outro is by Reba's daughter-in-law. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (a...
Episode 167: Julian Lennon, "Too Late For Goodbyes"
December 02, 2019 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBCan Julian Lennon's '80s hits escape the gravitational pull of his dad's legacy? Can ANY musical child of a rock star do that? And why are talking about novelty items that look like a uterus? Listen on to find out! Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is, naturally, by The Beatles. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get ac...
Episode 166: Taylor Swift ft. The Dixie Chicks, "Soon You'll Get Better"
November 21, 2019 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBA subtly profound Taylor Swift song creates a mid-episode conversion, then inspires talk of shower singing, passive aggressive emails, and the finest ditches in New Jersey. Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by the Haden Triplets featuring Ry Cooder. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ran...
Episode 165: Ranking Songs Called "Hold On" (LIVE)
November 14, 2019 14:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBIn our first live episode, we're ranking seven songs called "Hold On." Get ready for talk of Wilson Phillips, calculus class, and the reasons Sarah will sing a high note. And get extra-ready for the amazing interjections from our live audience at the Van Brunt Stillhouse! Our intro and outro are medleys featuring Andrew Byrne, Laura Barger, and Jack Baldelli. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or...
Episode 164: Milli Vanilli, "Blame It On The Rain"
November 07, 2019 14:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBWe promise we're using our real voices to talk about "Blame It on the Rain" by Milli Vanilli. We're also talking about the controversy, the insane cultural anger, and the Perfect Strangers episode that eventually resulted FROM Milli Vanilli. Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected], tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.pod...
Episode 163: Concrete Blonde, "Joey"
October 24, 2019 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBMultiple requests for Concrete Blonde's "Joey" got us talking about this alt-rock hit from the '90s. We may not LOVE the song, but it does get us talking about the moments when "perfectly fine" can be good enough and when it can be unbearable. Tickets for the live show here (http://mastas.eventbrite.com)! Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Soul Asylum. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at [email protected],...