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Oops, they did it again! Those pesky pop stars are making no sense! In this new comedy-music podcast, singer-songwriter Whitney Wolanin and her guest of the week deconstruct the lyrics of everyone’s favorite pop songs to answer the nagging question: What do you mean?
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Comedian and innovator Dave Green (Dave Green’s Street View Show) comes on to discuss Halsey and G-Eazy’s “Him And I”. Though it is grammatically incorrect, this crazy tune really does transport him and Whitney from their “slower part of the world” (London) to a really intense Bonnie and Clyde adventure (who knows where).
Comedienne (and Magicienne) Caroline Mabey might be confused by Little Mix and Stormzy’s “Power” vacuum, but that doesn’t mean she and Whitney won’t have some amazing words to say about it. For following: @carolinemabey on twitter, @whitneywolanin on all the things, and @whatdoyoumeanpodcast (insta) & @wdympod (twitter).
Christmastime is here! For your present, we have your favorite comic-sweetheart Steve Bugeja! Also stuffed in Santa’s sack is rampant alcoholism and the UK’s Number One Christmas Smash: “Fairytale Of New York” by The Pogues. Follow us at: @whitneywolanin, SteveBugeja.com, and @whatdoyoumeanpodcast.
It may not be summertime, but it is Allison Summers-time! She’s a comedian and actor, and a really exceptional human, so listen up, y’all: they’re going to try to figure out the potentially-feminist anthem “F.B.G.M.” by T-Pain and Young M.A. Follow us at: @whitneywolanin, @allisonsummersinsti, @whatdoyoumeanpodcast
Optimist, comedian, and actor Chris Cope (Grey’s Anatomy, Tosh.0, Jimmy Kimmel) joins to translate “Despacito” by Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, and Canada’s most disappointing export. After we recorded this, it was nominated for Song, Record, and Pop Duo of the Year at the Grammy’s, which proves no one has read these lyrics.
Actor, comedian, and all-around great guy Grant Collins (iO, The Annoyance, Second City) helps shine some light on the the fairly dark lyrics of “1-800-273-8255” by Logic, Alessia Cara, and Khalid. On a serious note, if you ever feel like you need some help, call 1-800-273-TALK. You can also check out and support AFSP, SPRC, […]
Country artist and songwriter extraordinaire Livy Jeanne comes on to harmonize (a lot) and run from the “Wolves” that Selena Gomez and Marshmello have set free. For following: @WhitneyWolanin, @LivyJeanne, and @whatdoyoumeanpodcast.
It’s about to get dry as the Sahara up in here with special guest: comedian-musician-sarcasm expert J. Chris Newberg (America’s Got Talent). They explore the most “Perfect” hook-up anthem that most of One Direction could come up with.
Pun aficionado and Best-All-Around-In-College Matthew Broussard (Conan, Comedy Central, Mondaypunday.com) does not believe that Louis Tomlinson is “Just Like You”, America. Hop onboard the longest-episode-yet train, and let’s discuss platitudes, astrology, and whether celebrities are, in fact, just like us!
1Comedian KT Tatara (How I Met Your Mother) really encourages the listener not to “Love So Soft” like Kelly Clarkson preaches in her new single because, honestly, why would you? Give us a better sales pitch, Kel.
We’ve got a “Fetish” for both chips and dippin’ into lyrics on this special brother-in-law edition featuring the ever wonderful Charlie Sheahan and his brother Jack. Selena Gomez and Gucci Mane (him again?!) have a fetish for commercial success… but who doesn’t?
America’s Ninja Warrior (host) Matt Iseman joins to tackle the obstacle course that is “Feel It Still” by Portugal. The Man. They didn’t win, but they sure did try hard AND THAT MATTERS, OKAY?!
Michael Blaustein (Punk’d, MTV, Comedy Central) interrogates Whitney on the meaning of her own music video and they have a truly “Unforgettable” conversation thanks in part to French Montana, but mostly to Swae Lee.
When it comes to you, we’ve got the cure for your comic woes with stand-up comedian Rich Leis. He and Whitney try to decipher the gobbldygoop of “2U” by David Guetta feat. Justin Bieber and talk about a BBQ Bar Mitzvah. Cupid ain’t a lie, girl.
Laura Mast (soon to be Dr.) and Whitney get held “Down” by Fifth Harmony feat. Gucci Mane and make a lot of big claims about what the FBI will and will not investigate.
Whitney and her guests (with an s!): Byron Douglas Norfleet III and (favorite ball and chain) Jack Michael Timothy Wolanin-Sheahan “Strip That Down”, but not in the way Liam Payne, Quavo, and the other million writers on this braggadocios track mean. Probably…we’re not super sure what they’re saying.
Wow! Whitney finally has a lady on the podcast in the beautiful form of comedienne Susan Gleiser. They try to catch “Feels” from Calvin Harris feat. Katy Perry feat. Pharrell feat. Big (baby) Sean, but just end up catching confusitus.
Brian Cooper and Whitney dig into the intricate trenches of whether or not Bebe Rexha and Lil Wayne are serial killers of more than just grammar! Irregardless, we love them “The Way I Are”.
Stand-up comedian Dan King and Whitney dig in to the lyrical confusion feast that is Katy Perry’s almost newest track! “Bon Appétit”, babay!
Lorde has blessed us with a new track worthy of producer Zach Abend and Whitney’s praise. You have the “Green Light” to listen to this club banger with all your buds!
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