Best Danny Maupin Podcasts (2024)

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Country's Greatest Diss Tracks 58:50

2h ago58:50

58:50

The feud between Kendrick and Drake has dominated pop culture the last few weeks, so we decided to take a look at some of country music's greatest diss tracks. Did you know country artists took jabs? From Zach Bryan to The Chicks to Kitty Wells and more, we've got a spicy list for ya this week! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! …

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77: "Dead Flowers" by The Rolling Stones 1:01:26

1h ago1:01:26

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This week Danny and Tyler discuss the excellent country-rock songs of The Rolling Stones, and add "Dead Flowers" to the Ultimate Country Playlist. Though you likely associate them with classic rock and blues, The Rolling Stones' untouchable string of albums through the late 60's and early 70's is full of country sounds. The country influence of Gra…

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Recast: "All Your'n" by Tyler Childers, w/ Kenny DeForest for Kenny DeForest Day 1:21:45

13d ago1:21:45

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Today the mayor of Springfield Missouri is declaring April 23rd Kenny DeForest Day. It's Kenny's birthday and in his memory today kicks off the inaugural comedy festival in his honor, DeForeFest. We wanted to honor the memory of our friend by reposting our first episode with Kenny, when we talked about Tyler Childers and his song "All Your'n." If y…

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76: "Forever and Ever, Amen" by Randy Travis 1:06:49

20d ago1:06:49

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This week the boys discuss one of country's best voices (not to mention one of the best guest voices ever on King of the Hill): Randy Travis! We add Randy's No. 1 country hit "Forever and Ever, Amen" to our ultimate playlist and talk about his infamous career. For just $5 a month you can help keep the lights on and get access to bonus episodes! Con…

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Every Genre Everywhere All at Once: Reviewing Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" 59:37

27d ago59:37

59:37

This week Tyler and Danny give their reactions to Cowboy Carter, act ii of Beyoncé's Renaissance trilogy. Check out the episode for our thoughts, analysis, praise, and what we would have liked to have seen more of. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create …

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75: "Everybody Knows This is Nowhere" by Neil Young and Crazy Horse 53:35

1M ago53:35

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After a 2-year protest, Neil Young is back on Spotify, and we are more than ready to add him to our Ultimate Country Playlist. This week Danny and Tyler discuss Young's country-rock catalog, and focus on his critically acclaimed album Everybody Knows This is Nowhere—and add its title track to our playlist! For just $5 a month you can help keep the …

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Wait! There's More!—More Country Albums We Are Excited About in 2024 8:47

1M ago8:47

8:47

The Year of Yeehaw continues! We forgot to mention a few exciting albums on our previous episode, so we recorded this quick addendum for y'all. It includes info about Willie Nelson, Adeem the Artist, Orville Peck, and more! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want t…

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Cowboy Carter, and the Other Most Anticipated Country Albums of 2024 1:03:02

2M ago1:03:02

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This week Danny and Tyler discuss what is, to them, the most exciting country releases of 2024, as it is truly the Year of Yeehaw. Already this year we've gotten excellent releases from Kacey Musgraves, Sierra Ferrell, and Willi Carlisle (to name a few), and soon we'll have new releases from Beyonce, Charley Crockett, Lana Del Ray, and more! Let us…

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74: "Timber I'm Falling in Love" by Patty Loveless 1:03:15

2M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

This week Danny and Tyler discuss some of the highlights of 80's and 90's hitmaker Patty Loveless. From her prodigious start as an opener for Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton to her current status as a dedicated bluegrass musician, we dig into Loveless's long, impressive career. For just $5 a month you can help keep the lights on and get access to b…

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73: "Mama Tried" by Merle Haggard 1:05:14

2M ago1:05:14

1:05:14

This week Danny and Tyler finally cover "The Poet of the Common Man," Merle Haggard. One of the biggest names in country music history, Haggard has dozens of No. 1 hits and went on to influence countless artists and songwriters from across all genres. For today's episode we add his iconic classic "Mama Tried" to our Ultimate Country Playlist. For j…

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Me First and the Gimme Gimmes Love Their Country, with Kevin Casey White 1:05:23

2M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

This week we explore the connection between punk rock and country with comedian Kevin Casey White (Close Calls Podcast, Harangue standup special—out now on YouTube!). Specifically, we dig into Me First and the Gimme Gimmes' punk cover album of country songs. If you haven't heard it, you're in for a treat! For just $5 a month you can help keep the l…

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72: "Chattahoochee" by Alan Jackson 1:08:51

3M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

This week Danny and Tyler discuss Alan Jackson, one of the most successful artists in country music history. We add his pro-lake, coming-of-age classic "Chattahoochee" to our ultimate country playlist—though he has tons of hits to choose from, including over thirty No. 1 hits! For just $5 a month you can help keep the lights on and get access to bo…

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2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees - BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW 8:41

3M ago8:41

8:41

For the newest bonus episode—available exclusively on our Patreon page—Danny and Tyler talk about their predictions and hopes for this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. If you enjoy this preview, we hope you'll listen to the full episode over at our Patreon page! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisP…

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Revisiting "Daddy Lessons," Beyoncé's First Country Song, with Ashley Ray (REMASTERED EPISODE) 1:15:20

3M ago1:15:20

1:15:20

Beyoncé will be releasing her first full-length country album, Act II, this spring. But it isn't her first country song—that honor goes to "Daddy Lessons" from her 2016 masterpiece Lemonade. To celebrate the new country singles from Queen Bey, we are re-airing a remastered version of our 2022 episode about Beyoncé, featuring comedian Ashely Ray (TV…

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Reviewing Willi Carlisle's New Album Critterland, with Deanna Ortiz 1:05:23

3M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

We think Willi Carlisle is one of the best and most-interesting songwriters in folk and country music today. He'll make you laugh, make you cry, and sings about empathy in a way that is radical and sincere. This week we're joined by comedian Deanna Ortiz (@deannaortiz_, Crushes Podcast) to discuss Carlisle's newest LP, Critterland, which is heartbr…

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71: "Problem With It" by Plains, w/ Melody Kamali 56:49

3M ago56:49

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This week we are joined by comedian Melody Kamali to discuss the music of Plains, aka the country/Americana duo Waxahatchee & Jess Williamson. We dig into Plains' acclaimed 2022 album, I Walked With You A Ways, and add their song "Problem With It" to our Ultimate Country Playlist! For just $5 a month you can help keep the lights on and get access t…

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Catch-up & Mustard 7: Hot Gossip and Heated Feuds 54:16

4M ago54:16

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This week Danny and Tyler catch up by talking about hot dogs and hot news (see: gossip). They discuss the Zach Bryan and Walker Hayes situation, Elle King's drunken performance at the Dolly Parton tribute, and play IS IT COUNTRY? featuring songs by Metallica and more. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandS…

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70: "Sour Mash" by Cory Branan 58:00

4M ago58:00

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This week on the pod we add song #70 to our Ultimate Playlist: "Sour Mash" by Cory Branan, a killer guitar player who Tyler Childers calls a "songwriting machine." Branan is a critically acclaimed songwriter who has never hit the mainstream, but today we're here to sing his praises and spread the good word of the country/folk/rock/punk troubadour. …

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69: "I Just Wanted to See You So Bad" by Lucinda Williams, w/ Tommy McNamara 1:00:36

4M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Tommy McNamara (new special SMOLDERING now on YouTube) joins Danny and Tyler once again, this time to talk about legendary songwriter and Queen of Americana, Lucinda Williams. We add her infinitely catchy "I Just Wanted To See You So Bad" to our Official Playlist, and discuss her seminal and untouchable LP Car Wheels on a Gravel Road. For just $5 a…

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Our Favorite Country Albums of 2023, with Stephen Taylor 1:04:47

4M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

For the first episode of the new year we take a moment to reflect on our favorite albums of 2023. Danny, Tyler, and comedian Stephen Taylor each mention their five country albums released last year. Listen to hear the results and find out when the boys' opinions overlap! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPoda…

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We Love Kenny DeForest 2:53

5M ago2:53

2:53

Last week we lost comedian and friend, Kenny DeForest. We wanted to say some words about our amazing friend, though we could never say enough to do him justice. If you're a comedy fan, we encourage you to check out his comedy, which is available all over the internet. We'll post some links below as well. He'll be dearly missed. We're taking the res…

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How did our Spotify Wrapped 2023 turn out? 1:06:48

5M ago1:06:48

1:06:48

Everyone loves to share their yearly Spotify Wrapped, and we decide to get in on the fun. Tyler and Danny share their top 5 artists, according to their Wrapped stats, and talk about how much of the results are intentional and how much was the result of doing a weekly podcast about country music. Got a favorite country album from 2023? Let us know w…

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Does Country Belong in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? With Joe Kwaczala 1:03:55

5M ago1:03:55

1:03:55

Following the recent inductions of Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, we decide to sit down with comedian and Rock Hall expert Joe Kwaczala (Who Cares About the Rock Hall? Podcast, Funny Songs and Sketches album) to see who has been snubbed and what does this mean for rock and country's tenuous relationship going forw…

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68: "As Good As I Once Was" by Toby Keith, w/ Steven Castillo 1:07:36

6M ago1:07:36

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This week we finally discuss Toby Keith, one of the biggest names in 90's and early 2000's country—a politically controversial figure with a surprising collection of friends and hits for days. And the boys are joined by comedian Steven Castillo (SNL) to dig into Keith's hit songs and attempts at comedy—plus we add "As Good As I Once Was" to our Ult…

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The Take This Pod and Shove It Thanksgiving Special! 18:27

6M ago18:27

18:27

This week we are thankful for YOU, the Shovelo! Thanks for listening to our weird, niche podcast. We're glad you're here and you keep us going! For this reason, we made you a playlist of killer country songs about family, home, missing home, and gravy. (Follow that link to get it on Spotify!) Danny and Tyler also discuss their own Thanksgiving plan…

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Patreon Preview: Ronald McDonald, Ned Flanders, and Mr. Bean walk into a Chicago bar... 9:00

6M ago9:00

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For just 5$ a month you can help keep the lights on and get access to bonus episodes! Consider supporting us on Patreon HERE! We hope you enjoy this sneak peek at our very recent and very fun bonus episode about costumed bands and extremely-Chicago things. We had a ton of fun recording it (as you'll hear), and there's plenty more where that came fr…

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67: "Cover Me Up" by Jason Isbell, w/ Dan Sheehan 1:14:43

6M ago1:14:43

1:14:43

For episode 101 we invited comedy writer Dan Sheehan (I AM NOT A WOLF, Pie Break! Podcast) to join us for a chat about Jason Isbell and his modern classic song "Cover Me Up," from his seminal album Southeastern. We talk Isbell's career, the power of Sad Boi Music, and Magic: The Gathering. For just 5$ a month you can help keep the lights on and get…

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It's Our 100th Episode! Yeehaw! 44:14

6M ago44:14

44:14

It's hard to believe but Danny and Tyler have been doing this ol' thing for almost 2 years and an official 100 episodes (plus Patreon-exclusive bonus episodes!). Today the boys discuss how the podcast has changed their tastes in country, some of their favorite on-air moments, and whether or not "Howdy" is grammatically sound. For just 5$ a month yo…

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From Nirvana to Dolly Parton: "In the Pines" Through the Years 1:03:43

7M ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Happy Halloween! For this year's Halloween episode, we explore some of our favorite covers of one of the creepiest songs of all time: "In the Pines" aka "Where Did You Sleep Last Night?" "In The Pines" is one of the most-famous, most-covered, and most-open-ended murder ballads of all time. It's been made famous by the likes of Lead Belly and Nirvan…

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We Need a Vacation 25:54

6M ago25:54

25:54

Michael is getting a van and Max is tired. Let's just be cool about this. No, but for real. We mismanaged our time and didn't set up a backlog of episodes while we're traveling. Big goof on our parts. You don't have to be mean about it. Sorry, we feel bad. Anyways. We'll talk to you in a month. Get in the discord in the meantime and buy a shirt, yo…

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66: "Watch Me" by Lorrie Morgan, w/ Danny's mom, Debbie! 58:40

7M ago58:40

58:40

This week we are joined by arguably our most important guest yet: our host Danny Maupin's mother! And for the playlist Debbie Maupin brought us a surefooted rocker from country music prodigy Lorrie Morgan. Morgan was country music royalty as well as a country music prodigy, becoming the youngest member of the Grand Ole Opry ever, and becoming the f…

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65: "All My Ex's Live in Texas" by George Strait, w/ Patrick Hastie 1:06:37

7M ago1:06:37

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For track 65 of our Ultimate Country Playlist, we finally add the King of Country himself, George Strait. We are joined by comedian Patrick Hastie (I Will Fight All of You) to discuss the impressive career and catalog from the record-breaking, award-winning, smooth-voiced master of Neotraditional Country. PLUS we talk Garth Brooks' songs, Metallica…

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Extremely Gallant 45:58

7M ago45:58

45:58

The big topic. The thing everyone has been discussing. The only thing on any of our minds- the Atlanta Braves fall to the Philadelphia Phillies. Unreal. "I feel like an imposter, even in fear" Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/intheminivan Follow us on instagram: @intheminivanpod Max: @maxfine_ Michael: @michaelrowlando_o Follow us on twitter: @inth…

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Pop Goes the Country Artist, with Danii Gallegos 1:06:27

7M ago1:06:27

1:06:27

It's a tale as old as time (or at least as old as the 1970's): a country artist garners enough crossover appeal that they make the deliberate switch to Pop Music. Some artists return to their roots, some fizzle out, and others become the biggest touring acts on the planet. This week we are joined by comedy producer Danii Gallegos (We Still Like You…

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Live From Let's Fest With Danny Maupin and Ben Katzner 55:48

7M ago55:48

55:48

We had a blast at Let's Fest. So much fun. We stared at traffic. We did standup. We flung mayonnaise and raced cars. Let's be real, Indianapolis is quite the place to wander around. We've done it all here- we've eaten at mean restaurants, we've walked barefoot and kissed a horse. Since we've got our friends around, we bring on Danny Maupin and Ben …

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64: "A Lesson In Leavin'" by Dottie West 1:09:13

8M ago1:09:13

1:09:13

This week we add Patsy Cline protégé and Country Pop innovator Dottie West to our ongoing public playlist. Specifically we add the No. 1 country hit "A Lesson In Leavin'" (though it is certainly more pop than country). We discuss Dottie's pop transformation, the hardships she endured in childhood and in her career, and what she has in common with J…

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The Button Guy 57:44

7M ago57:44

57:44

Michael went to a concert and he's got some guff, man. Max defends his choices and the story starts to make sense. Lord of the Rings- who cares! Listen to Michael explain the first song of this episode- he's got a lot to say. Michael spends the majority trying to get Max to like one band and it's just not gonna happen. The barrier is too deep. This…

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Waltzing with God: Reviewing Tyler Childers' "Rustin' In The Rain" with Kenny DeForest 1:02:08

8M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

This week comedian Kenny DeForest (New comedy special, Don't You Know Who I Am, available now!) joins us once again to talk about Tyler Childers. Like it or not, Childers has grown a lot since his early days as a hard-partying storyteller, when he first earned acclaim for combining Appalachian and Outlaw Country sounds. He's grown artistically, emo…

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Benny Feldman's Swapcast: Chimp Empire 59:38

7M ago59:38

59:38

The boys went on another podcast this week, and it's Benny Feldman's. We had a nice time and we spent a fair amount of it dissing former guest, current roommate: Adam Gilbert. If you want to know what it's like when the fellas aren't leading the discussion, this is the episode for you. We're leaving it light because we have a lot of work to do befo…

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PATREON UNLOCKED: Music Pub Trivia w/ Tyler Jackson 1:09:49

8M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Thank a Patreon subscriber because this bonus episode is now on the main feed! Many months ago we recorded this super fun episode full of music trivia written by comedian and music trivia expert Tyler Jackson (Late Late Breakfast). Play along at home and let us know how you scored! Did you do better than us? Let us know on Instagram or at takethisp…

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The Pitching Lineup 57:57

8M ago57:57

57:57

Hot, heavy, and loud men. That's the In the Minivan guarantee- it'll be heavier than it is hot. We got together after the sun went down, and that means it's darker before the dawn. Sure. The Falcons are up, the Braves are up, and we're not guys that play sports very well. Michael went to Boston and saw some family and witches. Max went to Atlantic …

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63: "My Head Hurts, My Feet Stink And I Don't Love Jesus" by Jimmy Buffett 1:07:51

8M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

Today on the podcast Danny and Tyler pay tribute to Jimmy Buffett, who sadly passed away recently. Jimmy Buffett has become very famous for his colorful fanbase, kitschy businesses, and the mega hit "Margaritaville," but he also had a string of excellent country albums in the early to mid 70's. Though he self-categorized as "Gulf & Western," he was…

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Phishcal Quarter With Matty Ryan (Pre-Harvey) 1:07:39

8M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

We've got Matty Ryan on today, the boys are out. You ever ride down the Pacific Coast Highway in a convertible? Wind in your hair, the ocean to your side, the breeze in your face. All of a sudden, a bird comes in and sits down next you in the passenger seat. You don't know this bird, but he knows you. You stare and make eye contact with this sky so…

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62: "Canyon" by Joshua Ray Walker, w/ Dave Ross 1:26:30

8M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

We're joined by Dave Ross (Comedy Central, Late Late Show, Sirius XM) to discuss rising country star Joshua Ray Walker. A professional musician since his teens, Walker has already released four critically acclaimed albums—a trilogy of LPs inspired by dive bar patrons, and a recent covers album of all female-fronted songs. On this episode Danny, Tyl…

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Dude, Where's My Friend's Car With Kenny DeForest 1:02:01

8M ago1:02:01

1:02:01

We came to bark, you came to bite. Well, we're all here now. We had our good friend, Kenny DeForest on to talk about car thievery and his new special, but mostly car thievery. If you're stealing a car, you better tow it. If you're towing a car, well that might as well be theft. We're staying on the couch and making ourselves at home, can we watch t…

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Poetry, Horns, and Emo: Reviewing Zach Bryan's New Album, with Ali O'Neil 1:04:14

9M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

This weekend Zach Bryan released his highly anticipated self-titled album, which might be the hottest country album since...well, the last Zach Bryan album. On today's episode Danny and Tyler are joined by comedian Ali O'Neil (Worthless Clowns Podcast) to discuss what works, what doesn't work, and what's totally new on Bryan's poetic, and proudly s…

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Bergheim 55:52

8M ago55:52

55:52

Coming in hard and hot against the spooky king of September, Danny Elfman. We agree, you make great music, Danny, but put on a shirt! Sales? Funnels? What's your pipeline like? Your numbers? They suck! Boost your numbers and upsell a kid a t-shirt. We examine some of today's hot topics, including but not limited to: how would a German person descri…

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61: "I Don't Care" by Justin Townes Earle, w/ Max Fine 1:24:42

9M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

This week we're joined by comedian Max Fine (In the Minivan Podcast) to discuss the incredible songwriting and impeccable aesthetics of the late great Justin Townes Earle. Narrowing down which song from Earle's diverse catalog to add to our ongoing playlist was tough, but we settled on one of his earliest songs, the bouncy, minimalist country ditty…

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Fairy Dust, Bro With Bobby Condon 1:09:12

9M ago1:09:12

1:09:12

The podcast gets regal. We've asked our friend, Bobby Condon, to spend the afternoon in our home. Within 120 seconds, we establish where the smut gets watched and it's too much too fast. This episode is so damn loud. We're answering big questions today- gin vs. vodka, who wins? No one! Everybody's hammered. For a few minutes, as if there was a pers…

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The Best Covers of Bob Dylan's "Don't Think Twice, It's All Right" 1:01:46

9M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

Take This Pod and Shove It is listener supported. Visit our Patreon to support the show! Bob Dylan has always been a fan of country music, and even though he only intentionally wrote and recorded country music a few times in his career, his impact on the genre is massive and goes back to his earliest days as a young folk prodigy. This week Danny an…

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