This week we are joined by OG music podcaster Charlie Harding of Switched on Pop.

We compare the current yuletide music charts of the UK and the US, discuss why music in 2024 has rejuvenated the world of pop and uncover the song that soundtracked his first case of jet lag.

Check out all the songs discussed at the playlist links below:

Spotify Playlist

Apple Music Playlist

Check out the amazing Switched on Pop archives here. Some of my personal favourites include:

Wham! Op. 84 “Last Christmas” with Chilly Gonzales

The Imperfect Feminine: Camila, Charli, and Sabrina

Kendrick Lamar: from Pulitzer to pop

Some general music-y Christmas recommendations:

Wham! Last Christmas Unwrapped on BBC iPlayer

Shane MacGowan: The Old Main Drag on BBC Radio 4

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