Best Red Hot Chili Peppers Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 120 - Blood Sugar Sex Ranking 1:33:48

1h ago1:33:48

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The Brothers take on a gargantuan task. After four episodes, over nine and a half hours breaking down BSSM song-by-song, the lads, joined by listeners, ambassadors and contributors, create the ultimate podcast ranking for the album that many see as the bands defining work. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePo…

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Why The Red Hot Chili Peppers Almost Laughed Chad Smith Away 4:20

4d ago4:20

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In the late 80's, the Red Hot Chili Peppers were on the search for a new drummer for the 4th time in their young history. During the audition process, you'd think they'd gravitate towards someone more like-minded in their high energy, punk-funk, wacky style. Yet, it was a guy that initially appeared to be the antithesis of everything they stood for…

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Red Hot Chili Peppers: Blood Sugar Sex Magik (1991) 1:49:01

2d ago1:49:01

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If you have $7,500 lying around you could give it away or you could buy an Eames chair and listen to the best mid-century modern podcast about the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the 187th greatest album of all time, Blood Sugar Sex Magik. But before we get to the album we take a trip to the Mustang Ranch where you might get to hear about Bruce Springste…

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Ice Cube: Amerikkka's Most Wanted (1990) 1:40:29

12h ago1:40:29

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This week we're going up high! And down hard! With the high hard one and the best podcast about Ice Cube and the 187th greatest album of all time, AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted. But before we get to the music all of our Apple Maps enthusiasts will be taken on a detour for our discussion of open-toed shoes, stolen cars mats, and scrambled cable TV. We als…

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GUITAR MASTERY: Inside the Insane Way Def Leppard Recorded A Rock Classic 3:22

3h ago3:22

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Def Leppard is known for spending years to record their albums. So when it came to recording guitars for their masterful "Hysteria" record in 1987, the guitar tracks were no different. Phil Collen and Steve Clarke's approach to a more 'MELODIC' guitar sound was unique for rock in the 80's, but was a main factor is "Hysteria" becoming one of the bes…

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131 - Wham! - Make It Big - Audio Judo 1:03:29

2h ago1:03:29

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Matthew is joined by a very special guest host to talk about the album that made George Michael a star. The 1984 Wham! album, 'Make It Big'. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) a…

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The Rolling Stones: Beggar's Banquet 1:43:30

16d ago1:43:30

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Guys. This week "Russ misunderstood" what was going on and he made Rob edit this episode all by himself. I tried to say no but Russ just put on his sunglasses and stared. So here is the Show in a Connections type game. Try to guess what section of the show each is from. That Sub that got Crushed. Sid Bream A dominatrix Sex with a Football Coach Men…

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130 - Meat Loaf - Bat Out Of Hell - Audio Judo 1:07:49

13d ago1:07:49

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Who's ready for a heaping helping of Meat Loaf? We talk about his colossal 1977 album ,'Bat Out Of Hell'. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) and want to support the podcast, you…

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Did Slipknot Really Make A Ballad? 3:59

15d ago3:59

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In 2008, Slipknot was known as one of the heaviest bands on earth. But with heartbreak all frontman Corey Taylor could think about after a gruelling break up, they decided to stay true to themselves and not limit their sound to just "heavy and scary". The risk led to one of Slipknot's biggest hits and most enduring to this day.…

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The Bits that Inspired the Hits. 1:26:10

21d ago1:26:10

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We are busy so I put together a "best of" bits that lead into my favorite parody songs. I was trying to find the bit where Aaron admitted early on that he loved feet because it inspired a million songs but I couldn't find it. Oh well.By Beck Did It Better

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Episode 119 - Blood Sugar Sex Magik Part 4 2:07:01

19d ago2:07:01

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DEADLINE FOR BSSM RANKING LISTS IS FRIDAY 5 APRIL 2024: Email rankings to bentownsendmusic@hotmail.com: The Brothers listen to the last five songs on Blood Sugar Sex Magik, and come to the conclusion that they really like the Red Hot Chili Peppers. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the goo…

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Cyndi Lauper: She's So Unusual (1983) 1:55:37

24d ago1:55:37

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They say if you listen to this podcast you might go blind. But if you can't stop messin' with the danger zone then welcome to the best podcast about Cyndi Lauper and the 184th greatest album of all time, She's So Unusual. But before we get to the music your four favorite therapeutic tools provide some curmudgeonly commentary on adult pick-up basket…

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129 - Neil Diamond - Stones - Audio Judo 1:10:07

26d ago1:10:07

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When Blink 182 Embraced Their Broken Childhood 3:17

1M ago3:17

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By 2001, Blink 182 was know as the 3 goofy naked dudes from the "What's My Age Again" video. But it was then where Blink's songwriting went to the next level and they started writing about topics more authentic to their background. "Stay Together For The Kids" was singer Tom Delonge's lash out against a broken childhood. And evidently, it connected…

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D'Angelo: Brown Sugar (1995) 1:29:26

1M ago1:29:26

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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 ama…

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James Taylor: Sweet Baby James (1970) 1:40:44

1M ago1:40:44

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This week Rob invites three random co-hosts aboard the Lex Express for 100 minutes of unlistenable drivel, also known as the best podcast about James Taylor and the 182nd greatest album of all time, Sweet Baby James. But lo and behold before we get to the music we earn our two stars by reliving our best moments from the best podcast about Portishea…

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128 - Fleetwood Mac - Rumours - Audio Judo 1:17:12

1M ago1:17:12

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle tackle the rumours surrounding Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) and want to support the podcast, you …

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How Florida Strippers Made Def Leppard Superstars 2:54

1M ago2:54

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It's hard to believe, but releasing an album that went top 5 in the Billboard charts didn't make Def Leppard any money. Hell, it didn't even pay off the recording debt to their record label. So about a year after releasing what normally would be a "smash hit" album in Hysteria, the British five-some were happy to hear the rumblings of one song in p…

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The Rob and Jon Show: The Humpty Dance (1990) 1:01:07

2M ago1:01:07

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Rob and Jon take this week to talk about the Humpty Dance, skiing, Burger King, and what movie could be improved with Humpty Hump's writing. We also cover grapefruiting. It's loopid!By Beck Did It Better

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Episode 118 - To Listen to Only Water for Water for Forty Two Minutes and Twenty Seconds (Part 2) 1:34:52

2M ago1:34:52

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Someone call a Plumber, Frusciante's recording water again! The Brothers dive deep in to the second half of To Record Only Water, and finally talk about Fallout. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.c…

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Is "Smells Like Teen Spirit" A Pop Song? 2:59

2M ago2:59

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As a Beatles fan, Kurt Cobain wanted to steer Nirvana's songwriting in a new direction ahead of their album Nevermind. Yet, he knew he couldn't completely move away from the big, brash, heavy guitars. That beautiful contradiction led to the Gen-X anthem, Smells Like Teen Spirit.

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Beyonce: Renaissance (2022) 1:45:51

2M ago1:45:51

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It's Beyonce. It's good! Aaron salutes my underwear!By Beck Did It Better

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Brian Johnson's First Song With ACDC Was A Huge Hit 2:35

2M ago2:35

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In 1980, Brian Johnson had only been in ACDC a few weeks before the band set off to write and record a new album. He had massive shoes to fill, fresh off the heels of the tragic death of previous frontman Bon Scott. What resulted would literally become the biggest selling rock album of all time, Back In Black. And in terms of songwriting, Brian mad…

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127 - The Backseat Lovers - When We Were Friends - Audio Judo 1:01:18

2M ago1:01:18

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Ky...wait a minute. Kyle's out this episode due to some personal commitments. In his absence, Christian from our sister podcast Throughline will be joining Matthew to talk about The Backseat Lovers 2019 albums "When We Were Friends." Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out se…

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Taylor Swift: folklore (2020) 1:34:17

2M ago1:34:17

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Now we are the best podcast about Taylor Swift.By Beck Did It Better

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Episode 117 - To Listen to Only Water for Water for Forty Two Minutes and Twenty Seconds (Part 1) 1:34:41

2M ago1:34:41

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The Brother turn on the Frusciante taps full-bore as they luxuriate in a bath full of John, and listen to the first half of To Record Only Water for Ten Days. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/…

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Bob Dylan: Bringing it All Home (1965) 1:45:16

2M ago1:45:16

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Folks... I am in a work meeting. I can't write anything funny here. It's Bob Dylan. We talk about Moby Dick. What more do you want?By Beck Did It Better

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126 - Tool - Lateralus - Audio Judo 1:24:32

2M ago1:24:32

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle talk about Tool's "Lateralus." Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) and want to support the podcast, you can become a Patreon suppo…

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Love: Forever Changes (1967) 1:30:15

2M ago1:30:15

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To be or not to be the best podcast about Love, and the 180th greatest album of all time, Forever Changes...that is the question. Before we answer that question we turn this double-stuffed episode into a mega-stuffed episode when we plead fifth to a voicemail about Viagra. We also discuss the virtue of cleaning your hot sauce bottles, couples retre…

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Notorious B.I.G.: Life After Death (1997) 1:43:14

3M ago1:43:14

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We're here this week to be your accountability buddy. We're also here to be the best podcast about the Notorious B.I.G. and the 179th greatest album of all time, Life After Death. But before we hypnotize you with our music knowledge we take a voicemail about getting on the wrong flight, how would you handle it? We also chat about selecting your bir…

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Episode 116 - Navarro No More: The Last Gig 1:43:21

3M ago1:43:21

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The Brothers don their rain coats and head off to Fuji to enjoy what was to be Dave Navarros last gig with the band. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.…

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125 - The Red Hot Chili Peppers - Californication - Audio Judo 1:29:51

3M ago1:29:51

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle get Californicated while they discuss The Red Hot Chili Peppers "Californication." Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) and want to…

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Otis Redding: Otis Blue (1965) 1:52:38

3M ago1:52:38

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(Note from Rob: Vegas almost killed me and I forgot what day of the week it was. Sorry everyone.) If you can't handle our skunk ape, then you probably can't handle this podcast giving it to your claspers. But maybe you can handle the best podcast about Otis Redding and the 178th greatest album of all time, Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul. But bef…

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Rod Stewart: Every Picture Tells a Story (1971) 1:36:08

3M ago1:36:08

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Can you imagine if someone on this podcast could goaltend in a basketball game? It's probably just as likely as this being the best podcast about Rod Stewart and the 177th greatest album of all time, Every Picture Tells a Story. Before we get to the music we have a special invite to our swinging potluck in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our delicious spread…

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Episode 115 - I'm Vid You 1:43:02

3M ago1:43:02

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The Brothers take a near comprehensive look at the videos from the wonderful album I'm with You. They also come close to rugging off Bon Jovi... We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend …

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124 - Pink Floyd - Dark Side Of The Moon - Audio Judo 1:29:42

3M ago1:29:42

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle take an in depth look at one of the biggest albums of all time, Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side Of The Moon'. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (a…

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Public Enemy: Fear of a Black Planet (1990) 1:27:20

3M ago1:27:20

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What's that smell in your crib? It's the best podcast about Public Enemy and the 176th greatest album of all time, Fear of a Black Planet. Before we get to the album we run all our jokes into the ground and lay some foundation for the best office nicknames, sock swapping, and 1980's NBA Superstars music videos. Then at (46:00) the B side of this po…

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Kendrick Lamar: DAMN (2017) 1:47:44

4M ago1:47:44

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Excuse Me...I have a written bit about this being the best podcast about Kendrick Lamar and the 175th greatest album of all time, Damn. Before we get to the album we wrap up a small package for the holiday season and discuss playing Christmas songs at weddings, giving presents to yourself, and weird wife Christmas cards. We also talk about what age…

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123 - Albums Of The Year 2023 - Audio Judo 1:10:14

4M ago1:10:14

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It's that time of year again when Matthew and Kyle run down their 10 favorite albums of the last year. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) and want to support the podcast, you ca…

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Jimmy Cliff: The Harder They Come: (1972) 1:52:04

4M ago1:52:04

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Are you looking for the best podcast about Jimmy Cliff and the 174th greatest album of all time, The Harder They Come soundtrack? You can get it if you really want it right here on our Ole Fans account! But before we get to the music we get this sabre party started by discussing the best way to eat a hot dog, night golfing, and the best song reques…

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Episode 114 - Return of the Red Hot Quizmas Peppers 2:03:28

4M ago2:03:28

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Merry Quizmas Everybody! The Brothers are once again joined by Aidan Hampson, A-Mase and The Quiz Master General, Sam Shepherd, for a quiz on all things Chili Peppers. It's the Tangled Tigers vs The Lady Cops, let the madness begin! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: T…

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Nirvana: In Utero (1993) 1:34:17

4M ago1:34:17

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1993, much more ba-e-ya-e-younce. Beck Did it Better's comin' with the best podcast about Nirvana and the 173rd greatest album of all time, In Utero...and the half ounce. But before we get to the album, we discuss the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce relationship, and we've got this group pegged! Then we discuss proper Christmas tree care, school danc…

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122 - Forgotten Christmas Songs 2023 - Audio Judo 59:25

4M ago59:25

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On this Christmas episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle are joined again by Mother Christmas herself, Heather, to pick our favorite forgotten Christmas songs. Check out Mama Christmas on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mamaszczep Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: htt…

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Simon and Garfunkel: Bridge Over Troubled Water (1970) 1:31:01

4M ago1:31:01

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Yes, I can confirm that the bill for $24.32 at Taco Bell was my order. I can also confirm that this is the best podcast about Simon & Garfunkel and the 172nd greatest album of all time, Bridge Over Troubled Water. But before we talk about the music we get lost in El Segundo on a non-consecutive timeline while chomping on some Girl Scout cookies, pr…

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Sonic Youth: Daydream Nation (1988) 1:49:49

5M ago1:49:49

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Hey folks, we are here to show you how to slow down videos in incognito mode and to be the best Sonic Youth Podcast when we cover Daydream Nation (closing time is not on this album.) We find out why Aaronswife@gmail.com dressed up like Prince, why Beavis and Butthead are big again, and Aaron talks about the new Andre 3000 album. Russ is off to the …

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121 - My Bloody Valentine - Loveless - Audio Judo 1:12:17

5M ago1:12:17

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle talk about the shoegaze masterpiece "Loveless" by My Bloody Valentine. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If you like what you hear (and see) and want to support the…

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Cream: Disraeli Gears (1967) 1:37:51

5M ago1:37:51

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Moms, this episode is not for you. The cream always rises to the top and this week's strange brew is no different when we become the best podcast about Cream and the 170th greatest album of all time, Disraeli Gears. But before we get to the album, we spend our first crappy hour sharing our thoughts on local building code inspectors, Snoop Dogg givi…

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Episode 113 - Stadium Less-playedium 1:44:49

5M ago1:44:49

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The Brothers look back at some of the lesser played tracks from the Stadium Arcadium era, and have a blooming good time whilst doing so! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagra…

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Billy Joel: The Stranger (1977) 1:51:18

5M ago1:51:18

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Calling all moms! This is the ep for you! We have Billy Joel, the best songs with parenthesis, and a mostly clean episode for those moms. We become the best Billy Joel podcast as we talk about just how good "The Stranger" by Billy Joel is except for the last two songs. Rob rethinks his life and talks candy, we get off on a wrestling tangent, and we…

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120 - Billy Strings - Home - Audio Judo 1:15:33

5M ago1:15:33

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On this episode of Audio Judo, Matthew and Kyle are joined by Matthew's musical mentor and older brother, Mike, on our 4th Patron Episode. We discuss 'Home' by Billy Strings. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q If …

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