Podcast Episodes

2025 Sound Opinions Writing Prize Winners

In this bonus podcast, Jim and Greg speak with the winners of the fourth annual Sound Opinions Writing Prize. These Columbia College Chicago students receive scholarship funds thanks to the Walter an…

Published on 1 day, 9 hours ago

Regrettable Band Names

Episode 1019

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with writer Kyle Ryan about his Substack, Band Name Bureau. They explore the overlap between good music and poorly named bands. A selection of examples are discu…

Published on 6 days, 20 hours ago

The Avante-Garde Legend of Bahia

In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox—one that came back to him after watching the Brazilian film "I'm Still Here".

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Published on 1 week, 1 day ago

RIP Jill Sobule, Plus Opinions on tUnE-yArDs, Pelican & Shamir

Episode 1018

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late singer-songwriter Jill Sobule. They revisit their 2009 conversation with Jill where they discuss her music and being a pioneer for crowdfundin…

Published on 1 week, 6 days ago

The Ubu Ultimatum

Following our tributes to David Thomas and Peter Laughner of Pere Ubu, Jims rounds out the trilogy with a song by another of the band's members.

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Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

Introducing: One By Willie

Each week, music writer John Spong talks to one notable Willie Nelson fan about one Willie song that they love, leading to highly personal looks at the life, art, and legend of a genuine American fol…

Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago

Tsunami & Opinions on Julien Baker and Torres

Episode 1017

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with Jenny Toomey and Kristin Thomson, founders of the '90s indie rock band Tsunami and key figures of the D.C. punk scene. The hosts also review the new collab…

Published on 2 weeks, 6 days ago

Greg's Hall of Fame

In this bonus episode, Greg shares a track by an artist who was long overdue for their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago

Busking & Opinions on Tunde Adebimpe

Episode 1016

Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Cary Baker about the musical tradition of street performance, also known as busking. The hosts also review the solo album from TV On The Radio lead s…

Published on 3 weeks, 6 days ago

A Companion Tribute to Our David Thomas Farewell

Following our tribute to David Thomas, Jim reflects on another Pere Ubu and Rocket from the Tombs member lost too early, and pays tribute with a Desert Island Jukebox selection.

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Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago