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Theory For Turntables (TFT) Podcast

314 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratings

Overthinking It subjects the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve.

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Episodes

Episode 314: What to Expect When You’re Expecting the Son of God

December 25, 2020 05:01

Let’s drive 2020 into the ground. TFT is back to ruin Christmas, trolling you harder than Chilly Gonzales, who has a Christmas album. So do Dolly Parton, Tori Amos, and Phoebe Bridgers. Episode 314: What to Expect When You’re Expecting the Son of God originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 313: If Gritty Has His Way, Everyone Will Be Upsot

December 24, 2018 17:01

On the TFT Podcast, we return from hiatus to observe the annual tradition of ruining Christmas. Covered: Tyler the Creator’s “Grinch” EP; “Shatner Claus”; and Christmas albums by The Old 97’s and The Monkees. Episode 313: If Gritty Has His Way, Everyone Will Be Upsot originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 312: The Cardi B Manifesto

April 26, 2018 07:55

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Cardi B’s “Invasion of Privacy”. Episode 312: The Cardi B Manifesto originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 311: If Fine is Everything Then Everything is Fine

April 18, 2018 04:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Jean Grae & Quelle Chris’s experimental hip-hop/jazz album for these times, “Everything’s Fine.” Episode 311: If Fine is Everything Then Everything is Fine originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 310: Ain’t I a Stinker?

April 11, 2018 04:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss “In A Poem Unlimited” by U.S. Girls. Episode 310: Ain’t I a Stinker? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 309: Punking Alone

April 04, 2018 16:04

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Jeff Rosenstock’s “POST-“. Episode 309: Punking Alone originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 308: Every Unhappy Destiny’s Child Boyfriend is Unhappy in His Own Way

March 28, 2018 04:01

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Destiny’s Child’s 1999, “The Writing’s on the Wall.” Episode 308: Every Unhappy Destiny’s Child Boyfriend is Unhappy in His Own Way originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 307: Christina Aguilera is in a Power Pose

March 21, 2018 04:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Christina Aguilera’s 1999 self-titled debut album. Episode 307: Christina Aguilera is in a Power Pose originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 306: THAT Guy Knows What I’m Talking About

March 14, 2018 04:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss “Through being Cool” by Saves the Day and “Something to Write Home About” by The Get Up Kids. Episode 306: THAT Guy Knows What I’m Talking About originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 305: Man, It’s a Hot One

March 07, 2018 07:22

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Carlos Santana’s chart-topping 1999 smash, “Supernatural.” Episode 305: Man, It’s a Hot One originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 304: 30-Something Sunday Vibes

February 28, 2018 05:01

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss “Emergency & I” (1999) by The Dismemberment Plan. Episode 304: 30-Something Sunday Vibes originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 303: One Foot in the Grave, and the Other on the Dance Floor

February 21, 2018 05:01

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss 2 albums by Beck: 1998’s “Mutations” and 1999’s “Midnite Vultures.” Episode 303: One Foot in the Grave, and the Other on the Dance Floor originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 302: George Clinton Palate Cleanser

February 15, 2018 06:44

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss OutKast’s 1998 “Aquemini.” Episode 302: George Clinton Palate Cleanser originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 301: The Sixth Bestselling Vinyl Record of 2008

February 07, 2018 05:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Neutral Milk Hotel’s seminal 1998 album, “In The Aeroplane over The Sea.” Episode 301: The Sixth Bestselling Vinyl Record of 2008 originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 300: Mutually Assured Creative Destruction

January 31, 2018 05:01

On the 300th episode of the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss the 2002 album “Tallahassee” by The Mountain Goats. Episode 300: Mutually Assured Creative Destruction originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 299: Nothing or Everything or Whatever You Want

January 24, 2018 05:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Elliot Smith’s “XO,” his major-label debut from 1998. Episode 299: Nothing or Everything or Whatever You Want originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 298: Great Meaning in the Telephone Book

January 18, 2018 06:19

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Ani DiFranco’s “Little Plastic Castle.” Episode 298: Great Meaning in the Telephone Book originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 297: Everything is Everything is Everything is Everything

January 10, 2018 05:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Lauryn Hill’s solo record “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.” Episode 297: Everything is Everything is Everything is Everything originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 296: Man is Justified by ARF and ARF Alone

January 03, 2018 05:01

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss DMX’s “It’s Dark and Hell is Hot.” Episode 296: Man is Justified by ARF and ARF Alone originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 295: Buñuel on the Dance Floor

December 28, 2017 23:56

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss LCD Soundsystem’s “American Dream.” Episode 295: Buñuel on the Dance Floor originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 294: Nativity Bangerz

December 20, 2017 08:09

On the TFT Podcast, we continue the annual tradition of ruining Christmas with a seasonal death march through Christmas Albums of 1947, 1957, 1967, 1977, 1987, 1997, 2007, and 2017. Episode 294: Nativity Bangerz originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 293: Jagged Little Pills Pills Pills

December 13, 2017 10:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss St. Vincent’s “Masseduction.” Episode 293: Jagged Little Pills Pills Pills originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 292: The Music of Cities in Transition

December 06, 2017 10:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Daniele Luppi’s “MILANO,” featuring Parquet Courts and Karen O. Episode 292: The Music of Cities in Transition originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 291: The Bird-y Flutes and the Flute-y Synths and the Synth-y Flute Birds

November 30, 2017 02:15

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Björk’s new album “Utopia.” Episode 291: The Bird-y Flutes and the Flute-y Synths and the Synth-y Flute Birds originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 290: You Can’t Step into the Same Miley Cyrus Twice

November 22, 2017 10:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Miley Cyrus’s 2017 album “Younger Now.” Episode 290: You Can’t Step into the Same Miley Cyrus Twice originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 289: We Have Always Been at War with Kanye

November 15, 2017 10:00

On the TFT Podcast, we hold our noses and actually purchase copies of Taylor Swift’s latest, “reputation.” Episode 289: We Have Always Been at War with Kanye originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 288: I’m a Mother-Having Woman

November 08, 2017 10:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Kesha’s 2017 album, “Rainbow.” Episode 288: I’m a Mother-Having Woman originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 287: The Plato Form Factory

November 01, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Tori Amos’s latest album, “Native Invader.” Episode 287: The Plato Form Factory originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 286: Circle of Malcontents

October 25, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss “Antisocialites” by Alvvays. Episode 286: Circle of Malcontents originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 285: Pretty Tame for a Wolf Band

October 18, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Wolf Parade’s long-awaited return on “Cry Cry Cry.” Episode 285: Pretty Tame for a Wolf Band originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 284: What’s in That, Man? What’s in That Mall Juice?

October 11, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Modest Mouse’s breakthrough sophomore record, 1997’s “The Lonesome Crowded West.” Episode 284: What’s in That, Man? What’s in That Mall Juice? originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 283: Poetry in Banal Things

October 04, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Pavement’s penultimate album, 1997’s “Brighten the Corners.” Episode 283: Poetry in Banal Things originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 282: Panatlanticism

September 27, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Wyclef Jean’s 1997 solo debut, “The Carnival.” Episode 282: Panatlanticism originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 281: First, Do Harm

September 20, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Dr. Octagon’s “Dr. Octagonecologyst.” Episode 281: First, Do Harm originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 280: The Special Technique of Emotional Shadowboxing

September 13, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we tackle Fiona Apple’s 1996 debut, “Tidal.” Episode 280: The Special Technique of Emotional Shadowboxing originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 279: Sometimes You Just Need Zigazig Ha

September 06, 2017 04:01

On the TFT Podcast Ryan and Matt tackle the Spice Girls’ smash-hit debut album, 1996’s “Spice.” Episode 279: Sometimes You Just Need Zigazig Ha originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 278: More a Hop that Trips than a Trip that Hops

August 30, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Tricky’s debut album “Maxinquaye.” Episode 278: More a Hop that Trips than a Trip that Hops originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 277: The Best Tambourine Album of the 90s

August 23, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Oasis’s breakthrough sophomore album, “(What’s the Story) Morning Glory.” Episode 277: The Best Tambourine Album of the 90s originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 276: Garbage In, Garbage Out

August 18, 2017 04:01

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Garbage’s self-titled 1995 debut album. Episode 276: Garbage In, Garbage Out originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 275: It’s Third-Wave Ska but Second-Wave Feminism

August 09, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss No Doubt’s 1995 commercial breakthrough, “Tragic Kingdom.” Episode 275: It’s Third-Wave Ska but Second-Wave Feminism originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 274: You Left This Mess. Bless This Mess.

August 02, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Alanis Morissette’s international debut, “Jagged Little Pill.” Episode 274: You Left This Mess. Bless This Mess. originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 273: The Fitness Instructors of Social Consciousness

July 26, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen and discuss Fugazi’s 1995 album, “Red Medicine.” Episode 273: The Fitness Instructors of Social Consciousness originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 272: Spoonmen of the World, Unite

July 19, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Soundgarden’s breakthrough 1994 album, “Superunknown.” Episode 272: Spoonmen of the World, Unite originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 271: #Adulting Contemporary

July 12, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, Ryan returns and he and Matt listen to and discuss Haim’s sophomore LP, “Something To Tell You.” Episode 271: #Adulting Contemporary originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 270: Band Practice

July 08, 2017 23:49

On the TFT Podcast, Matt and Mark have band practice. Episode 270: Band Practice originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 269: Beowulf: The Musical

July 01, 2017 08:04

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss two EPs: the songs from Disney’s “Frozen” and “Moana.” Episode 269: Beowulf: The Musical originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 268: After the Party It’s Crying in the Taxi

June 21, 2017 04:13

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss Lorde’s sophomore album “Melodrama,” the follow-up to her smash hit debut “Pure Heroine.” Episode 268: After the Party It’s Crying in the Taxi originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 267: The Johnny B. Goodiverse

June 14, 2017 16:38

On the TFT Podcast we listen to and discuss Chuck Berry’s “Chuck.” Episode 267: The Johnny B. Goodiverse originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 266: The Sorrows of Young Halsey

June 07, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast we listen to the just-released sophomore album from unlikely superstar Halsey, “hopeless fountain kingdom.” Episode 266: The Sorrows of Young Halsey originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

Episode 265: Orca, Please

May 31, 2017 09:00

On the TFT Podcast, we listen to and discuss dueling breakup albums: The Dirty Projectors’ self-titled release and Amber Coffman’s “City of No Reply.” Episode 265: Orca, Please originally appeared on Overthinking It, the site subjecting the popular culture to a level of scrutiny it probably doesn't deserve. [Latest Posts | Podcast (iTunes Link)]

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