Latest Flops Podcast Episodes
Lestat
Flopped and Forgotten - October 31, 2022 23:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsIt's Halloween. Let's talk about vampires.
Mrs. Doubtfire
Flopped and Forgotten - October 13, 2022 01:59 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 19 ratingsWe're back! And we've brought a fresh flop with us.
Juno
Flopped and Forgotten - April 30, 2022 16:31 - 55 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsSince we don't talk about Bruno, this week we are talking about Juno, a musical set in Ireland during the Irish War of Independence. We've got some legendary people behind this one, so grab a Guiness and meet us at the Winter Garden Theatre!
Ain't Broadway Grand
Flopped and Forgotten - March 22, 2022 02:17 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsBio musicals are all the rage right now and have we got one for you! Ain't Broadway Grand tells the story of producer Mike Todd (kind of) and a show he never actually produced. Confused? So are we.
100 and out - The Series Finale
Unflopped - March 04, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this feature-length finale Stuart, Sean and Joe celebrate 100 episodes of the Unflopped Podcast with messages from listeners, a very special game of 'Bop Or Flop', and a look into the crystal ball of pop. This episode was edited by Ben Goodstein.
Triumph of Love
Flopped and Forgotten - March 01, 2022 02:44 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsThis week, we travel to Greece... again. We're looking at Triumph of Love from 1997, which starred Betty Buckley and Susan Egan.
99. Suede Vs Fleetwood Mac
Unflopped - February 18, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this specially extended, penultimate episode the Unflopped crew discuss harmonic ambiguity, deceptive cadence, and greasy percussion. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘So Young' by Su...
98. Prince Vs David Bowie
Unflopped - February 04, 2022 02:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss Berlin, Paisley Park, and the 'gender benders'. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Look Back In Anger’ by David Bowie and ‘If I Was Your Girlfri...
The Frogs
Flopped and Forgotten - February 03, 2022 08:51 - 53 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsWe are paying tribute to the late, great Stephen Sondheim in our special way this week. His 1974 musical The Frogs found its way to Lincoln Center in 2004 with some help from Nathan Lane and boy did he put his own spin on things. We've got frogs, gods, Google, and jockstraps to talk about so let...
97. Lissie Vs The Whitest Boy Alive
Unflopped - January 21, 2022 02:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss Bergen (Norway), Rock Island (Illinois), and carrots (three ways). Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘1517’ by The Whitest Boy Alive and ‘When I...
Diana: The Musical
Flopped and Forgotten - January 13, 2022 07:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsWe're back! And we've got a fresh flop to talk about. The people's princess got the Broadway treatment and while the show may not have been a hit with critics, we're giving it a fair chance. Join us for this musical romp through Kensington Palace and while we're there we'll discuss dancing corg...
Bonus episode: Listener Suggestions Unflopped #6
Unflopped - December 31, 2021 14:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsStuart, Sean and Joe are currently holed-up in the Unflopped winter cabin, but we've left one extra present under the tree for you. In this bonus episode we check out some more flops recommended by listeners and pick one to be added to the Unflopped hall of fame. This week's artists are Crush,...
96. Kate Bush Vs Destiny's Child
Unflopped - December 24, 2021 02:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this special Christmas episode the Unflopped crew discuss belly chains, bongos and Santa's bulging sack. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘8 days of Christmas’ by Destiny's Child and ...
95. Sheila & B. Devotion Vs The Joubert Singers
Unflopped - December 10, 2021 02:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss disco, fake news, and "vibe fatigue". Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Stand On The Word’ by The Joubert Singers and ‘Spacer’ by Sheila & B. D...
94. Jessie Ware Vs Tanita Tikaram
Unflopped - November 26, 2021 02:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss Brett Anderson, Leonard Cohen, and Sonia. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Champagne Kisses’ by Jessie Ware and ‘Stop Listening’ by Tanita Tik...
93. Björk Vs The Sugarcubes
Unflopped - November 12, 2021 02:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss geysers, volcanoes and ejaculation. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Birthday’ by The Sugarcubes and ‘Pagan Poetry’ by Björk. This episode w...
92. Erasure Vs Nick Kamen
Unflopped - October 29, 2021 01:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss orcs, jeans, and alien dogs. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Heavenly Action’ by Erasure and ‘I Promised Myself’ by Nick Kamen. This episod...
91. The Housemartins Vs Joe Jackson
Unflopped - October 15, 2021 01:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss ABBA, Fatboy Slim and Margaret Thatcher. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Sheep’ by The Housemartins and ‘Real Men’ by Joe Jackson. This epi...
90. Shamir Vs Those Dancing Days
Unflopped - October 01, 2021 01:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss gender identity, northern soul, and Joe's bumhole. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Those Dancing Days’ by Those Dancing Days and ‘On The Regu...
89. Madonna Vs Madonna - with special guest Edward Russell from 'Inside The Groove'
Unflopped - September 17, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this specially extended episode the Unflopped crew is joined by Edward Russell, host of the smash hit podcast 'Inside The Groove', to dissect Madonna's 'Madame X' album and the singles 'Medellín' and 'Crave'. What happened at Eurovision? What is Fado? What's going on with that eye patch?! And...
Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark
Flopped and Forgotten - September 16, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 19 ratingsThis musical had everything: beloved characters, a legendary director, spectacular sets, great costumes, Bono, most of the cast of Hadestown... so what could possibly have gone wrong? Oh, so very many things. From producers dying to budgets growing out of control to those famous cast injuries, w...
Flahooley
Flopped and Forgotten - August 31, 2021 02:42 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsThis week, we head back to 1951 for Flahooley. This musical tells the story of a toy company that produces a brand new doll only to be nearly driven out of business by a confused but well meaning genie. Yes, that's right, a genie. Join us on this strange adventure and we'll try and make it make ...
Mack & Mabel
Flopped and Forgotten - August 05, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 19 ratingsMack and Mabel is a favorite among flop enthusiasts thanks to its unforgettable score and stellar cast album. But what else is there to this musical about (probably) real life lovers from the silent film era? We peel back the celluloid to explore that question, as well as a religious pretzel cra...
Bonus episode: Listener Suggestions Unflopped 5!!!
Unflopped - July 30, 2021 01:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsThe Unflopped out-of-office is on and we are officially on our hols, but we've prepared this special treat to keep you going. In this bonus episode Stuart, Sean and Joe check out some more flops recommended by listeners and pick one to be added to the Unflopped hall of fame. This week's artist...
Darling of the Day
Flopped and Forgotten - July 28, 2021 03:22 - 56 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsPicture it: London, 1905. A troubled artist fakes his own death and begins a romance with the suitor of the actual dead man he's now impersonating. This is the basic plot of Jule Styne's Darling of the Day, a musical that couldn't quite earn the distinction of being a masterpiece. What went wron...
88. Britney Spears Vs Britney Spears #FreeBritney
Unflopped - July 16, 2021 01:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this Britney Spears special, the Unflopped crew discuss fantasy fragrances, gun violence, and sexy flutes. Stuart and Sean each pitch a Britney flop that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Criminal’ and ‘Perfume’. This episode w...
Bring Back Birdie
Flopped and Forgotten - July 06, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 19 ratingsThis week, we have a rarity: a Broadway sequel! Bring Back Birdie was the 1981 sequel to the hit 1960 musical Bye Bye Birdie, but how did it stand up to its predecessor? Let's just say we wish they'd opted for a revival of the original.
87. The Slits Vs Jobriath
Unflopped - July 02, 2021 01:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss punk, tits and masculinity. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Heard It Through The Grapevine’ by The Slits and ‘I'm A Man’ by Jobriath. This ...
86. Shania Twain Vs LeAnn Rimes
Unflopped - June 18, 2021 01:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsIn this episode the Unflopped crew discuss joy, heartbreak, and low-down-dirty-dawgs. Stuart and Sean each pitch a flop single that they think deserved to be a pop music hit and Judge Joe gives his verdict. This week’s songs are ‘Up!’ by Shania Twain and ‘Nothin' Better To Do’ by LeAnn Rimes.
Fade Out -- Fade In
Flopped and Forgotten - June 07, 2021 06:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★ - 19 ratingsIt's back to the sixties we go for this Carol Burnett star vehicle, although the word "vehicle" may be triggering to Carol when she thinks about how this show came crashing down around her. Join us for all the details on that as well as the jobs we've stumbled into, Lisa's disappointing-yet-deli...
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