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We finally talk about Tarzan boy, a bit about the Iowa sports season, and we do a GREAT job talking about the voicemail! Aaron tells a crazy story about getting a beer, we talk puzzle styles, and Russell tells us his crazy airplane movie watching habits. Then we talk about the hot move of the summer and the world of show choir.  Then we talk about one of the great American songwriters who makes you realize that America ain't so great! Little Rosie is here to help us peel away all the layers that make up the onion of this album, and of course we figure out the best baseball movie ever.    Next week we talk Yeezus and then cleanse the palate with some Hootie!      

Wow. I was just looking at the last couple of Months and we have missed a lot of episodes. I'm not going to lie, I was in London, so this is my fault.  This is Feb 3rd, so it is the day the music died, and this podcast always celebrates this solemn day with a respectful discussion. We talk about flavor savers (time is a flat circle), and then I play a bad parody song and then drop the hammer Russ style with a good one.  This is all of the episode I listened t,o but I started with a Big Johnson joke so I know this is a great ep.    Next Week: Are you Randy baby? Randy Newman!     I'm a "new man" because I have decided to change my life.           I am leaving my wife and kids.                 Does that make you, Randy?               If so, give me a call, because I am so lonely.                  Just like when I gave money to my friend Lee.  Then he was hardly Friendly.... he never paid me back!  Now I am friendless.               Because I am hanging out with my friend Les. He is great, much better than Lee.   But my friend Les changed his last name when he married the old Moore widow..... Now Les is Moore. 

LIVE FROM VEGAS..... We sat in a hotel room and touched fingers and talked about an album that we did not give enough time to. We talk hillybillys in vegas, pick up basketball in vegas, and playing video craps in vegas. We talk about falling in love with the women on the cards, hotel lobby late nights, and feeding the dog.  Then we break down the California punk Band The Minutemen and we sample a few songs off of the album because we had to get to the buffet.  Next week we talk about Randy Newman Sail Away which has 100% chance of us talking about Majoir League. 

RIP Bob Weir. (I was in vegas)

This episode is like an escape room for your mind as we become the best Pavement podcast when we talk about their thirsd album Wowee Zowee. We are getting this done early to get to our puzzles, but first, we talk about Savannah Bananas and then go through the best songs of 1997 for a depressing reason.  Then we talk records for the holidays and finally we discuss the realities of nosehairs.  Then we get into the album that is for people who love pavement. It's a zig when the record companies wanted them to zag.    Next week, the Minutemen with Double Nickels and we are off to vegas!   

Which one of these guys is Pink? We rail against the music establishment and listen to Pink Floyd lament on loss when we listen to one of the most anticipated albums of all time as we become the best Pink Floyd podcast with their final album on the list. Before we talk Roger Waters and David Gilmour, we sit down and discuss our 2025, getting our kids good at video games, look back at some of our favorite categories on a certain website, and talk about podcasting for our 6th year.  Then we get into the puzzle lifestyle, the best sports shows, and Matt goes on a hunt to find his BK Knights (or pumps.)    Then we talk the best songs about Machines, our ring style, and talk about how we are smart guys.  Call the beck line 802 277 BECK    Next week we are talking Pavement Wowee Zowee. 

Listen. I know I released this already ,but for some reason it didn't come out on Apple Podcasts so I am releasing it again to see if that works. This is the episode from when we still enjoyed the podcast so much that we were adding episodes and for this one we covered Rolling Stone's list of the greatest rock Christmas songs of all time.  It has the first 12 days of Christmas songs on it and is not a bad episode but we were all up to our elbows with family stuff and Pink Floyd does not exactly scream HOLIDAY CHEER so have a go with this one.    If you already heard this on spotify or youtube (freak), just download it again and make us feel good. 

This is an EARLY throwback to when we still liked doing the podcast so much that we were adding extra episodes. We cover the best holiday rock songs according to Rolling Stone Magazine. We will probably be back next week.  We desperately need voicemails or texts 802 277 BECK

AUDIO FIXED. Thanks to our fans for pointing this out to me in lots of texts. I loved it.    Hey everyone. We are getting double teamed by the Beatles this week and it might make us cream our eyes out. We combined these two albums so we don't go insane. I wish I would have done the history of the album before each one but we still get to hear about Flavor Savers, the Best Christmas Movies, and having sharp bones.  We talk about the benefits of breaking up, we talk to Beck Claus, and reflect back on our busy 2025.  Next week we are talking Pink Floyd, "Wish you were here" and we question our sanity for the 264th time.    802 277 BECK        

We talk Blue Monday, FinDoming on amazon, we give out a spanking of the week. We can't stop watching shows, we hurt our fingernails cleanring the dishes, my daughter hops into a road race. Then we listen to an album that has at least one banger and mostly talk about how much we want the flag draft.     

Folks, we are ditching our guests and talking about the Beastie Boys 3rd album and it will make you say "DAMN!"    We talk about our various types of whips, the worst airplane movies, and Rob tries to talk Pat O'Brien.   Then we sing along with Snow and go on a comment rabbit hole. Rob goes on a winning streak, Matt talks inflatables, and Big Daddy takes on the big Easy.    Then we talk the boys playing their own instruments, the great music of the 90s, and whether or not an eclectic album is a good thing.    Next week we are talking New Order "Power, Corruption, and Lies" and you should also listen to some versions of Blue Monday!   802 277 BECK 

Listen. We know you are not here to hear what we have to say. You are here because you are HUGE The Slits fans. We get a pleasureable voicemail where Russ has to face his greatest letdowns, Aaron tells his most pathetic story ever, and we ask if there are any good restaurants in Edina that won't make you wait!    Then we talk about the Slits and the best female punk bands from Kurt Cobain's journal.  Next week we are talking Beastie Boys: Check your Head! 802 277 BECK     

We talk about one of the greatest voices of our generation and of course I am talking about Russ and why he won't come to NYC for thanksiving (being forced to go to parades.)   We are talking about Janis Joplin- Pearl and we are blown away by the album. Great music, great voice, and just like Matt's love- language, the album is a touching tribute to a singer who died before the release.   Aaron went to an 85 yeart olds birthday party and Rob is being disrepectful. Then we talk our favorite port arthur texas alums and explore Janis' short but bright career.  Then I add on 10 minutes of the George Micheal's epsode at the end.    802 277 BECK                 

Folks, I'm not going to lie. This is an episode that Russ woke up in his record player chair just before recording.... Why? Listen and find out!    We become the Best joni mitchell podcast when we talk about her moving from pop to experimental with the album about the sprinklers and the suburbs. We have lots of fun lists this episode that everyone loves and does NOT get mad at. We get a voicemail about the problem with listening to our podcast, why my. mouth is so weak, and  Aaron's bad day coaching.  Then Russ takes us on a tour of his day which will shock you and your liver. Then lets all adjust our tone, grab our ice cream and talk Joni Mitchell, famous flautists, and shortlived grammy categories.    Next week we hit the JJs with Janis Joplin and Pearl.  Call 802 277 BECK 

We are talking about Coats of Many Colors and we become a great Dolly Parton podcast when we talk about her 1971 breakout hit. We learn more about Aaron, talk about driving across parking lots, and getting turnt up for Halloween.  Then we have a serious conversation about reflecting on the tone we use when someone makes us dinner and we harass them.    Then we hit the best songs inspired by the good book and what would happen if Rob hung with Armwreslters at Truck stops.     

I am releasing two episodes and this one has the reactions to the world series game going on as we recorded. Listen to the other version if you do NOT want baseball.    This week we become the best Tracy Chapman podcast as we talk about Fast Car, the best pop vocals of all time, our driving, and everyone's favorite: Deviled Eggs.    Then we chat Chapmans amazing start, metoric rise, and how this album was both influcenced by the sound of the time and influenced a lot of the 90's folk pop scene.  Call 802 277 BECK to interact with us! That sounds weird as hell.    Next week: Dolly Parton: Coat of Many Colors  

I am releasing two episodes and this one DOES NOT HAVE  the reactions to the world series game going on as we recorded. Listen to the other version if you do want baseball.    This week we become the best Tracy Chapman podcast as we talk about Fast Car, the best pop vocals of all time, our driving, and everyone's favorite: Deviled Eggs.    Then we chat Chapmans amazing start, metoric rise, and how this album was both influcenced by the sound of the time and influenced a lot of the 90's folk pop scene.  Call 802 277 BECK to interact with us! That sounds weird as hell.    Next week: Dolly Parton: Coat of Many Colors  

I would like to report a crime. That this is so low on this list! (High number)    We listen to folky Bob Dylan and it whips ass! Before we become the 1 millionth podcast to (barely) talk Bob Dylan we have a few other very important things to talk about.    We talk gambling, the death of Single Russell, we get a voicemail about Taylor Swift, and Matt and Rob's time in the city.    Then we get into the scariest songs according to Billboard Magazine, Paul McCartney Live, and candy packs.  Then we break down the album and its just great. Duh   Next up Tracy Chapman: Fast Car.    802 277 BECK     

Hello, one more ep for D'Angelo but as I was listening to this, I realized what a canon episode this is. Shoplifting from the airport, going to watch the State of the Union Address, plus a Big Bopper call. I also left all of Russell's original notes in the episode because they are brilliant.      We are the world. We are children. We are the ones who make the best podcast about D'Angelo and the 183rd greatest album of all time, Brown Sugar, so you should start listening.1   Before we get to the music, we provide our rebuttal to the State of the Union with some discussion about the Wizard of Oz, the keys to good hospitality, and 44 days of amazing music in 1991.2  We're also your accountability buddy when it comes to airport etiquette when we chat about security checkpoint stops and normalizing kiosk shoplifting.   Then at (55:00) this podcast takes a smooth turn when we discuss D'Angelo's 1995 debut studio album Brown Sugar. We discuss D'Angelo's double entendres, the Voodoo sound, and the best weed songs ever.3   Next week we just want to have fun when we become the best Cyndi Lauper podcast and cover her 1983 debut studio album, She's So Unusual.    1. The opening of this writeup was a play on words from the song We Are the World, which was covered in the 2024 Documentary, The Greatest Night in Pop.   2. If our discussion of the 7 Legendary Rock Albums that were released in 44 days gives you the perfect body feeling, then reading this article reference will put a little mustard on it.   3. If you think this video of Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson singing Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die deserves a two-star rating then you probably should've just left this podcast about 15 minutes earlier.

Reposting this episode for D'Angelo, who passed away this week. The legendary Neo Soul singer make music and music videos sexy, but more importantly, he made Aaron talk about hanging his clothes up to dry (in his house!?!!  What is this dumb podcast?