Best Hasselhoff Podcasts (2024)

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342 - Another Love - The CoverUp 27:11

2h ago27:11

27:11

A song that does manage to really hit the mood even without a ukulele, that missing ukulele, and an artist who does it the hard way but just right. Another Love, originally by Tom Odell, covered by Blanks, and by Josiah and the Bonnevilles. Outro music is Heart on Fire, also by Blanks, and apparently from that thing we discuss in the show.…

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Episode 31 - Karl Wolf 1:04:50

3d ago1:04:50

1:04:50

In this episode of Courageous Conversations, host Richard Dolan sits down with the multi-talented artist Karl Wolf. Karl shares his journey from his early days in Beirut, Lebanon, to becoming a celebrated musician in Canada and around the world. He discusses his experiences during the pandemic, his creative process, and the importance of authentici…

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341 - I'm Still Standing - The CoverUp 17:40

5d ago17:40

17:40

A comeback song that does its job perfectly in spite of an incredible disguise, one of the greatest teams in modern music, and an utterly savvy outside perspective. I’m Still Standing, originally by Elton John, covered by Gold Fang. Outro music is I Guess That’s why They Call It The Blues, also by Elton John.…

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Hat Lady - "The Vortex" w/ special guest Justin Hibbeler! 1:43:21

11d ago1:43:21

1:43:21

Justin Hibbeler joins the boys all the way from Germany to talk Season 2, Episode 21, "The Vortex"!

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340 - Last Kiss - The CoverUp 22:14

12d ago22:14

22:14

A genre-specific tragedy, strife in Eastern Europe, and the golden age of musical charity. Last Kiss, originally by Wayne Cochran, covered by Pearl Jam. Outro music is Virtual Insanity by Jamiroquai.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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339 - Tea for the Tillerman - The CoverUp 17:15

19d ago17:15

17:15

A sleeper of a song that doesn’t seem to follow the rules for what a song needs to be, but is an indispensable anchor for a brilliant album, and a cover with a stunning pedigree. Tea for the Tillerman, originally by Cat Stevens, covered by Darren Coggan. Outro music is Poems, Prayers, and Promises by John Denver.…

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Bruhaha - "Hot Winds" w/ special guest Tyler Schnupp! 1:12:01

28d ago1:12:01

1:12:01

Tyler Schnupp returns to discuss Season 2, Episode 20, " Hot Winds"!

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338 - Proud Mary - The CoverUp 25:52

28d ago25:52

25:52

A rich literary tradition plus an incredible groove builds a great foundation, and goes in unexpected directions from there — including sea shanties? Proud Mary, originally by Creedence Clearwater Revival, covered by Ike and Tina Turner, and by The Longest Johns. Outro music is Santiana, also by The Longest Johns.…

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337 - Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident) - The CoverUp 15:15

1M ago15:15

15:15

A 90s country mega-hit that doubles down on charming silliness, has no illusions about what it’s trying to be, and does it perfectly, and a cover that probably shouldn’t work, but the right band pulls it off wonderfully. Sold (The Grundy County Auction Incident), originally by John Michael Montgomery, covered by Backwoods. Outro music is My Walking…

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Episode 30 - Emilie Goldblum 1:00:36

1M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Prepare for an illuminating weekend! Get set for an enlightening episode of Courageous Conversation featuring the exceptional Emilie Goldblum. Delve into profound topics guided by her insights. From her journey to the Olympic's to life's invaluable lessons, this promises to be an engaging experience. Stay tuned on our YouTube channel for the upcomi…

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Dark Mitchdon - "The Eighth Seal" w/ special guest Colleen Klinefelter! 1:36:19

1M ago1:36:19

1:36:19

Colleen Klinefelter joins the boys for Season 2, Episode 19, "The Eighth Seal"!

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336 - Cum On Feel The Noize - The CoverUp 17:22

1M ago17:22

17:22

The power of glam, the birth of hair metal, and the bane of autocorrect. Cum On Feel The Noize, originally by Slade, covered by Quiet Riot. Outro music continues our autocorrect hostility with Slade’s Mama Weer All Crazee Now.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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335 - Head Like A Hole - The CoverUp 19:51

2M ago19:51

19:51

The most iconic song from the prince of heavy dance music, covered by a band that lives to make it weird — and a huge musical surprise. Head Like A Hole, originally by Nine Inch Nails, covered by Devo. Outro music is I Love Rock And Roll by Tiny Tim. If you want to know what’s up with that, you’ll have to go back and listen to episode 65.…

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What? - "Symbol of Death" w/ special guest Elissa Marcus! 1:33:28

2M ago1:33:28

1:33:28

Elissa Marcus joins us to talk Season 2, Episode 18 - "Symbol of Death"!

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334 - People are Strange - The CoverUp 17:14

2M ago17:14

17:14

An archetypical song from an utterly unmistakable band, and a cover with tons of pedigree and set in a context nobody can dislike. People Are Strange, originally by The Doors, covered by Echo and the Bunnymen. Outro music is Lost in the Shadows by Lou Gramm.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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Shower - "The Servant" w/ special guest Kati O'Hearn! 1:32:31

2M ago1:32:31

1:32:31

Kati O'Hearn joins the boys to talk Season 2, Episode 17, "The Servant"!

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333 - Jolene - The CoverUp 21:59

2M ago21:59

21:59

Week two of Beyonce-MayOne of the biggest songs in the history of country music completely reinvented by one of the biggest artists in the world. Jolene, originally by Dolly Parton, covered by Beyoncé. Outro music is Sorry, also by Behoncé.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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Episode 29 - David Hasselhoff 51:01

2M ago51:01

51:01

Prepare for an illuminating weekend! Get set for an enlightening episode of Courageous Conversation featuring the exceptional David Hasselhoff. Delve into profound topics guided by his insights. From his journey in entertainment to life's invaluable lessons, this promises to be an engaging experience. Stay tuned on our YouTube channel for the upcom…

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Kaye Impersonator - "Zargtha" w/ special guest Oscar Montoya! 1:45:40

2M ago1:45:40

1:45:40

Oscar Montoya returns to the pod to discuss Season 2, Episode 16 "Zargtha" with the boys!

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The Big Race 38:38

2M ago38:38

38:38

Carey and Josh are back by popular demand to find out what happens when you con people to give to charity, learn who's nose has to cross the finish line in a water ski race and take a good look into how to get over your friends shark attack. Let that ball slip away and scream at the seaweed, you're not just bored out way over spec, you might be Bay…

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Episode 28 - Robin Sharma 33:18

2M ago33:18

33:18

Dive into an extraordinary journey into the realm of authentic abundance with Richard Dolan & Robin Sharma on Courageous Conversations! Join us for an enlightening discussion that transcends traditional notions of wealth and redefines the essence of true prosperity. Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Tune in now! Experience a weekend…

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332 - Blackbird - The CoverUp 26:50

2M ago26:50

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Welcome to the first week of Beyonce-May! We look at a song that’s simple and pretty, with deeper roots that aren’t exactly hidden, but also aren’t exactly front and center, and a cover that knows its history and knows where it’s going. Blackbird, originally by The Beatles, covered by Beyoncé (named Blackbiird in Beyoncé’s cover). Outro music is Da…

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331 - Mr Jones - The CoverUp 16:45

3M ago16:45

16:45

A huge song that captures a bit of the magic and musical range of the mid-90s, and still holds up today. Mr. Jones, originally by Counting Crows, covered by The Album Cover. Outro music is Alan’s Morissette’s Hand In My Pocket, also by The Album Cover.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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330 - If I Had A Boat - The CoverUp 15:48

3M ago15:48

15:48

One of the most lovable and comfy songs ever recorded, by a songwriter who kinda lives there, and a cover from a group that really knows their stuff. If I Had A Boat, originally by Lyle Lovett, covered by Pete Muller & The Kindred Souls. Outro music is If I Were The Woman You Wanted by Nanci Griffith.…

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Stallinger - "Ascension" w/ special guest Yaki Margulies! 1:36:56

3M ago1:36:56

1:36:56

Yaki Margulies joins us to talk "Ascension"!

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Episode 27 - Don Miguel 41:19

3M ago41:19

41:19

Embark on the captivating journey of Don Miguel as he shares his remarkable transformation from a dedicated surgeon to a profound spiritual teacher and celebrated author. Follow along as he unveils the untold story of his path, recounting the profound shifts and revelations that led him to wholeheartedly embrace a new calling. Immerse yourself in t…

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329 - Beggin' - The CoverUp 21:39

3M ago21:39

21:39

A big shift for a talented but comfortably conventional band, and a cover by a group that conquered Europe. Beggin’, originally by The Four Seasons, covered by Maneskin. Outro music is Zitti E Buoni, also by Maneskin, and the song they used to win Eurovision.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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Debbie Downer - "Nights to Dragon One" w/ special guest Max Lasser! 1:39:42

3M ago1:39:42

1:39:42

Max Lasser returns to the podcast to discuss Season 2, Episode 14 "Nights to Dragon One"!

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328 - You're So Vain - The CoverUp 30:18

3M ago30:18

30:18

There are so many sides to this song, from the brilliant writing, to the cultural obsession with the secrets behind it, and a huge cast of eligible narcissists ready to play their part. You’re So Vain, originally by Carly Simon, covered by Liza Minnelli, Faster Pussycat, and John Barrowman. Yes, we needed this many versions of it to get to the bott…

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Worms - "Frozen Out of Time" w/ special guest Marjolein Robertson! 1:52:35

3M ago1:52:35

1:52:35

Marjolein Robertson returns to the pod to discuss Season 2, Episode 13 "Frozen Out of Time"!

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327 - Islands In The Stream - The CoverUp 17:36

4M ago17:36

17:36

One of the biggest duets ever recorded by a pair of artists that were a remarkable team-up, and a cover that’s entirely unexpected, but really did its homework to find the spirit of the song. Outro music is Grease by Frankie Valli, which was written by the Bee Gees, which totally fits if you know what’s up.…

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326 - Graceland - The CoverUp 23:08

4M ago23:08

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A controversial song which is still beyond brilliant and with durable and positive musical impact, and a cover that does a complete musical relocation of the song without losing the magic. Graceland, originally by Paul Simon, covered by Willie Nelson. Outro music is In Your Eyes by Peter Gabriel, but it’s the bit at the end where we get to hear the…

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325 - You Don't Own Me - The CoverUp 23:19

4M ago23:19

23:19

A song that redefined a career and charted a new course for an entire generation, a cover that looks back on that new course and smiles, and a version that fit the film because that’s the job it had to do. You Don’t Own Me, originally by Lesley Gore, covered by Joan Jett, and by The Blow Monkeys. Outro music is Bad Reputation, also by Joan Jett.…

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Blood Removal - "Possessed" w/ special guest Daryl Johnson! 1:11:55

4M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

Daryl Johnson returns to talk Season 2, Episode 12 "Possessed" with the boys!

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324 - Here Comes The Rain Again - The CoverUp 16:00

4M ago16:00

16:00

One of the most impactful songs of the 80s by a band impossibly deep with talent, and a cover that, honestly, shouldn’t have worked but succeeded brilliantly thanks to the right artist with the right plan. Here Comes The Rain Again, originally by Eurythmics, covered by Macy Gray. Outro music is Macy Gray’s cover of Colby Caillat’s Bubbly — which ap…

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Mitch is Down Bad - "Mobius" w/ special guest July Diaz! 1:54:36

4M ago1:54:36

1:54:36

July Diaz returns to the podcast to discuss Season 2, Episode 11 "Mobius" with the boys!

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323 - Mother - The CoverUp 25:07

4M ago25:07

25:07

The biggest song by the Godfather of American Metal, a cover that captures the essence of a regional sound, and the shame of a Beach Boy. Mother, originally by Danzig, covered by The Delorean Sisters. Outro music is She Bop, by Cindy Lauper.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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Episode 26 - Russ Yeager 52:27

5M ago52:27

52:27

Achieving success in both finance and fitness often seems like a daunting task, but it's entirely possible with the right mindset and approach. In our latest video, join Richard Dolan and fitness guru Russ Yeager as they dive deep into overcoming the twin challenges of time and money that many face on their journey to fitness excellence. This discu…

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Shark Derby 43:53

5M ago43:53

43:53

Carey and Josh find out that you need a young strong back and some towels before chumming, being in the opening credits means nothing in this life or the next and your restaurant idea might as well put on a live execution cause people are only hungry for blood. So surf like a wounded seal and accept your fate, you've been chosen to be Baywatched.…

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Protect the Cat - "Space Spore" with special guest Koschka Bahr! 1:34:41

5M ago1:34:41

1:34:41

Koschka Bahr joins the boys for Season 2, Episode 10 of Baywatch Nights!

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322 - Abracadabra - The CoverUp 16:30

5M ago16:30

16:30

A song that may not have stood the test of time, but definitely lives rent free in your head — and a band that may well do the same. Abracadabra, originally by The Steve Miller Band, covered by Sugar Ray. Outro music is My Own Worst Enemy by Lit.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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321 - I'm a Man - The CoverUp 24:13

5M ago24:13

24:13

A huge song from a band that should have taken over the world, an early cover from a band that kinda did, and a family band that can hold their own with both of them. I’m a Man, originally by Spencer Davis Group, covered by Chicago Transit Authority, and by Los Lonely Boys. Outro music is 25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago, where they really let the horns go …

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Mucky Mucks - "Night Whispers" w/ special guest Stephen Sanow! 1:34:35

5M ago1:34:35

1:34:35

Stephen Sanow returns to the pod to chat "Night Whispers" with the boys!

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Eclipse 42:51

5M ago42:51

42:51

Carey and Josh find out the cost of harbouring a fugitive dog, fail to see the rebellion behind thieving antique diving equipment and learn that ghost women have feelings of suicide too. Choke down a pound of raw beef and tell your therapist to go to hell, cause when they get there they'll figure you might be Baywatched.…

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320 - Unchained Melody - The CoverUp 25:03

5M ago25:03

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An unforgettable song with origins we never would have expected, and a wild ride of popularity nobody could have predicted. Unchained Melody, originally by Todd Duncan, covered by The Righteous Brothers. Outro music is Christmas in Prison by John Prine.By Amanda and Rich Friedeman

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Talking Baywatch Nights with Co-Creator Michael Berk! 1:41:20

5M ago1:41:20

1:41:20

Michael Berk returns to the podcast to talk Baywatch Nights! Hear the wild story about how it all began, its impact on Baywatch proper, and lots of fun diversions into the world of Baywatch from the co-creator, executive producer, and writer of so many episodes with an encyclopedic knowledge of all things Baywatch!…

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Snake Eyes 57:07

5M ago57:07

57:07

Carey and Josh learn what lifeguards do on their day off, discover the not so subtle lack of nuance in illegal gambling and just because your dad is rearranging your teachers guts doesn't mean she forgot you owe her one thousand words on the boxcar children. Rent that tux and ruin the rental boat cause the house always wins when you're Baywatched.…

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319 - Riptide - The CoverUp 24:09

5M ago24:09

24:09

Get out your striped socks and your blue foods for an ultra-listenable song that had massive success, and a cover that understood the assignment better than anyone could have expected. Riptide, originally by Vance Joy, covered by Stealth. Outro music is Pokerface, by Lady Gaga. Also we have a reading assignment for you this week, and we guarantee y…

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Muddy Waters 39:03

6M ago39:03

39:03

Carey and Josh learn that the most important part of being a lifeguard is knowing how to go down slides, get a tan, eat hot chip and have someone violate your trust with a sexy swimsuit calendar. Sabotage those water pumps to impress your teenage friends cause you must be this tall to be Baywatched.By Josh Carmody and Carey Coffin

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318 - Go Your Own Way - The CoverUp 17:13

6M ago17:13

17:13

We’re not saying that doubling down on emotionally abusive high school BS is the way to write great music, but wow, there’s some great music steeped in emotionally abusive high school BS. Go Your Own Way, originally by Fleetwood Mac, covered by The Cranberries. Outro music is (They Long To Be) Close To You, but the cover version by The Cranberries.…

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