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  • Alright already! Here we come to save the day with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of 2004 indie-rock hit, “Float On” by Modest Mouse. Laugh it off as we run our mouths off a bit too much and discuss self-care for 19th-century tradesmen, who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf short stories, and album titles that are long, wordy, run-on sentences just like the sentence that you are reading right now. So don’t you worry! Put the car in park and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Good news is on the way. Okay?
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    “Float On” by Modest Mouse (from the album Good News for People Who Love Bad News) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • You can stop strolling and stop scrolling, long-haired, leaping gnomes! It’s not a dream — you’ve found another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of the 1970 psychedelic rock classic, “Spill the Wine” by Eric Burdon and War. Things get weird as we discuss what not to do with expensive recording equipment, recent renovations to the Hall of the Mountain King, and literally every kind of girl. Our intentions are good, so join us as we watch the rising sun from a big field of tall grass, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You won’t want to get out of this place. 
    “Spill the Wine” by Eric Burdon and War (from the album Eric Burdon Declares "War") is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Trigger warning: This episode delves into “(Don't Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult, a song that has been interpreted by some as a reflection on suicide. Listener discretion is advised.
    All our times have come for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for this special Halloween episode, where they review the spooky rock classic “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult. We’ll learn about one of the heaviest of metals as we visit the netherworld to discuss rock-and-roll umlauts, shellfish-centric podcasts, and superstar auto mechanics. There’s more than enough cowbell, so come and knock on our door, take our hand, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Don’t be afraid — Halloween season don’t fear the Reaper. La, la, la, la, la.
    “(Don't Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult (from the album Agents of Fortune) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • You want it? You got it! It’s time to attend the tale of another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts as they review the 1985 hit, “Summer of ‘69” by singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. In this episode, we’ll discuss alternative guitar strings, unimpressive special effects, and raspy-lady songs. But we will definitely not discuss early disco songs by Bryan Adams. So there ain’t no use in complaining, just unwind with this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. That’s the whole story right there!
     “Summer of '69” by Bryan Adams (from the album Reckless) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Hey-la, it’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this kind-of-big-and-awful-strong episode, your hosts review the 1963 pop classic, “My Boyfriend’s Back” by 60s girl group, The Angels. Take a permanent vacation as we discuss Bibbs, Jiggs, the return of a candy bar, and an abundance of answer songs. So don’t cut out on the double — listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, where we say things that ARE very nice. Wait and see.
    “My Boyfriend's Back” by The Angels (from the album My Boyfriend's Back) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Open the door and come in. We’re so glad to see you for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! We want you to be happy, so join your hosts for their review of the 1991 #1 hit single, “You’re in Love” by musical offspring trio, Wilson Phillips. It just sets us free to discuss career-defining all-inclusive vacations, nepo-baby supergroup charity singles, and musical basketball. So, hey, Santa — hold on and don’t be impulsive. You won’t see us cry if you keep the dream alive and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. That’s the way it should be.  
    “You're in Love” by Wilson Phillips (from the album Wilson Phillips) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • You better believe what you’re seeing! It’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts on a house call as they review 1995’s “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant. We’ll challenge your balance as we discuss NPR names, how to become a cult leader, and 9,999 maniacs plus a Merchant. So follow your destiny, and have some patience because as far as we see, we can offer no explanation for you to not listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You’ll make your way. 
    “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant (from the album Tigerlily) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • The walls are melting again. Free your mind and feed your head with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts on a strange journey down the rabbit hole as they conclude THE SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM with a review of the 1967 psychedelic-rock classic, “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane. Nothing’s gonna stop us as we get knee-deep in the hoopla to discuss starships, great societies, and Grace Slick’s husband’s brother’s sister-in-law. Don’t you want a podcast to love? It’s probably this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Don’t believe us? Go ask Alice. 
    “White Rabbit” by Jefferson Airplane (from the album Surrealistic Pillow) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Saddle up! It’s time for to listen to another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Journey along with your hosts as they review the 1971 classic, “A Horse with No Name” by British-American folk-rock band, America. Join us for dessert in the desert as we discuss drunk bugs, superfluous lyrics, pet rocks, and things. So get ON your high horse — “What’s-his-name” — meet us at the sea, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. La, la, la, la, la, la.
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    “A Horse with No Name” by America (from the album America) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • BONUS EPISODE: Curtain up on THE STORY SONG PODCAST presents: Jukebox Musical! In this episode, your hosts are joined by special guest, actor and musician, Eric William Morris to devise a musical based on the most popular songs of American alternative rock band, Weezer. You’ve heard us tell the story of the songs that tell a story. Now hear us tell a story WITH the songs.
    Do You Understand?, the album by Eric William Morris, is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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    “Buddy Holly,” “Say It Ain't So,” and “Undone – The Sweater Song” by Weezer [from the album Weezer (Blue Album)] are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “El Scorcho” and “Pink Triangle” by Weezer (from the album Pinkerton) are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “Hash Pipe” and “Island in the Sun” by Weezer [from the album Weezer (Green Album)] are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “Beverly Hills” by Weezer (from the album Make Believe) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Hey, batface! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! The SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM continues with our review of the 1986 hit, “You Can Call Me Al'' by music legend (and Art Garfunkel’s best friend), singer/songwriter, Paul Simon. Join us in the cartoon graveyard as we discuss tertiary-character role models, chain-restaurant-specific unfunny cartoons, and the haters. So, don’t be soft in the middle now. Join your long-lost pals for this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST.
    “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon (from the album Graceland) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • ​​It’s another day in paradise here at THE STORY SONG PODCAST — and now there’s plenty of parking! In this episode, we begin our second annual SUMMER OF SYMBOLISM with a review of the 1970 folk-rock classic, “Big Yellow Taxi” by music legend, Joni Mitchell. Join your hosts at a swinging hot spot for a conversation about Frankenstein’s vegetables, perfect apples, and world-famous baritone ukulele players. So, get your head out of the Clouds! Grab your old man, put away that DDT, and enjoy this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Just like Cavett, you don’t want to miss it. Ha ha ha ha ha.
    “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell (from the album Ladies of the Canyon) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Hold your head up high — we’re back from outer space with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this episode, your hosts discuss the 1978 disco classic and Pride anthem, “I Will Survive” by Grammy-winning singer/songwriter, Gloria Gaynor. Join us on the dancefloor as we roller skate through topics including: smart locks vs stupid locks; freeze-dried delicacies; and how to get out of playing a doubleheader. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be petrified. Save all your loving for this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. There’s no substitute. 
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    “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor (from the album Love Tracks) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Hey, you. Get your damn hands out of the wedding cake, and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1977 classic, “Alison” by singer/songwriter, Elvis Costello. Our aim is true as we discuss the power of pork pie hats, the dreaminess of daytime dresses, and the songs that there’s no reason to do. So, don’t get too sentimental. Put out the big light and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You’ll love the silly things that we say. 
    “Alison” by Elvis Costello (from the album My Aim Is True) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • This ain't no disco. It ain't no country club either. It’s a dive bar that’s also a carwash. And it’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1994 pop hit, “All I Wanna Do” by singer/songwriter, Sheryl Crow. In this episode, we’ll discuss flooring options for less-than-classy drinking establishments, dogs that are also cars, and Abe Vigoda. So get a good early-morning beer buzz, and tell Buddy or Mac or Billy that it’s time to have some fun with this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. And, let’s be careful out there.
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    “All I Wanna Do” by Sheryl Crow (from the album Tuesday Night Music Club) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • BONUS EPISODE: Places, please! It’s time to take your seats for THE STORY SONG PODCAST presents: Jukebox Musical! In this premiere episode, your hosts are joined by special guest, Michele Laikowski to devise a musical based on the most popular songs of Canadian alternative rock band Barenaked Ladies. You’ve heard us tell the story of the songs that tell a story. Now hear us tell a story WITH the songs.
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    “Brian Wilson,” “If I Had $1000000,” and “What a Good Boy” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Gordon) are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “The Old Apartment” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Born on a Pirate Ship) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “One Week” and “It’s All Been Done” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Stunt) are available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “Pinch Me” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Maroon) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “Odds Are” by Barenaked Ladies (from the album Grinning Streak) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • We ain’t slowing down! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts (and society) as they obsess over the 2014 country hit, “Girl Crush” by Little Big Town. In this episode, we’ll discuss sexy guffaws, Costco perfume deals, and beverage-based song inspiration. Admit it, we have the magic touch and everything you want. So, listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You won’t be able to get it off your mind. (Exit, chased by a bear who’s also a butterfly.)
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    “Girl Crush” by Little Big Town (from the album Pain Killer) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Man, it’s pouring — with another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts as they discuss the 1972 hit “It Never Rains in Southern California” by singer/songwriter Albert Hammond OBE. In this episode we’ll talk of opportunities, TV breaks, and movies. We’ll also discuss the vast East Coast network of commuter rails, Sky Mall splurges, and the stories you tell on every major holiday. So don’t be a creep — be a train! Call a meeting of the Diamond Dogs and listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. And tell the folks back home.
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    “It Never Rains in Southern California” by Albert Hammond (from the album It Never Rains in Southern California) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • Hello, Friend. We’ve got what you need — another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they discuss the 1989 classic “Just a Friend” by hip-hop legend, Biz Markie. In this episode, we’ll discuss the following situations: proper pant sizing, very specific instructions for filling out paperwork, and blah-blah-blah. So, raise the red flag, come to the picture booth (knock before you enter), and join your friends for this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. It’s hundred proof.
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    “Just a Friend” by Biz Markie (from the album The Biz Never Sleeps) is available on Biz's Baddest Beats: The Best of Biz Markie on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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  • BONUS EPISODE: HEY! MISTER! We’re still in paradise, continuing the 125th-episode celebration of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their conversation about the alternate version of “I’ve Never Been to Me,” with its original lyrics recorded in 1994 by Hollywood legend, Howard Keel. This version tells a VERY different story, in which no one moves like Harlow. In this minisode, we’ll take a field trip to the county jail, find the world’s cheapest diner, and, of course, raise hell. Join us for this special bonus episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Thank you, kindly.
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    “I've Never Been to Me” by Howard Keel (from the album And I Love You So) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
    “I've Never Been to Me” by The Temptations (from the album Reunion) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music.
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