Podcast Episodes

Jimmy Buffett Knew How He Wanted to Be Remembered

Singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett, who died in early September at the age of 76, reflects on his life and music — from writing "Margaritaville" to hang…

3 years, 1 month ago

The Wild Rise of Oliver Anthony's "Rich Men North of Richmond' – Right-Wing Country Strikes Back!

Oliver Anthony's "Rich Men of Richmond" was initially boosted online by right-wing influencers — but it undeniably caught on with the wider public. H…

3 years, 1 month ago

Is Everything About Travis Scott's 'Utopia' Great — Besides Travis Scott's Rapping?

Travis Scott's Utopia is one of the year's most ambitious hip-hop albums — but many critics see Scott himself as a hollow presence within it. Andre G…

3 years, 2 months ago

Robbie Robertson on His Life with the Band

The late legend Robbie Robertson looks back at his work with the Band, his time with Bob Dylan, and much more in an interview with host Brian Hiatt

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3 years, 2 months ago

The Most Conservative Country Songs of All Time ("Try That In a Small Town" is just the latest)

We break down Jason Aldean's controversial "Try That in A Small Town," and look back at the long, fascinating history of reactionary country songs, f…

3 years, 2 months ago

The Life and Music of Sinead O'Connor

We look back at the life and music of the late Sinead O'Connor. Shirley Manson of Garbage joins host Brian Hiatt to talk about her music and influenc…

3 years, 2 months ago

From Fake Eminem to Neural-Net Guitar Amps, More AI Music Madness

We dig into the state of AI and music, with legendary DJ/producer David Guetta, Living Colour guitarist Vernon Reid, and the team behind Neural DSP's…

3 years, 2 months ago

The Secret History of the Beatles' 'Let It Be'

In a special episode taped live in front of a studio audience at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, legendary producer Glyn Johns looks back at the real…

3 years, 3 months ago

Concert Behavior Nightmares! PLUS: Olivia Rodrigo's Great New Single

In the wake of a series of incidents where fans threw objects at artists onstage, we try to understand why no one knows how to behave at concerts any…

3 years, 3 months ago

Best Albums of 2023 So Far

From Janelle Monáe's 'The Age of Pleasure' to Miley Cyrus' 'Endless Summer Vacation,' we look at the best albums of the year so far, with Mankaprr Co…

3 years, 3 months ago