You Wanted a Hit!

Portugal. The Man “Feel It Still” (w/ Spencer Dukoff)

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Alaska alternative rock band’s inescapable, politically subversive 2017 smash. Writer/podcaster/activist Spencer Dukoff joins the conversation.

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Soft Cell “Tainted Love” (w/ Peter Leonard of Little Amps Coffee)

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Leeds synth-pop duo’s 1981 cover of the multiple-versioned Northern Soul tune. Peter Leonard of Little Amps Coffee joins the conversation.

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t.A.T.u. “All the Things She Said"

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the teenage Russian pop-rock duo’s controversial 2002 worldwide phenomenon, back in the pop-culture forefront due to its inclusion in the hit Canadian drama series Heated Rivalry. [WARNING: This episode contains accounts of manipulation, coercion, and suggestive imagery involving minors. Listener discretion is advised.]

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‎Vince Guaraldi Trio “Christmastime Is Here” / “Linus & Lucy"

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:40:15 GMT

Theo tells the story of the jazz pianist and his band’s unlikely, ubiquitous Christmas classic and the TV special that it soundtracked.

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The Juliana Hatfield Three “My Sister” (w/ Tawny Newsome)

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 09:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Boston singer/songwriter’s deceptive Alternative Rock chart-topper. Actor/comedian/writer/musician Tawny Newsome joins the conversation.

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Re-Hit: Arlo Guthrie "Alice's Restaurant" (w/ Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie)

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:02:54 GMT

In light of legendary WMMR DJ Pierre Robert’s recent passing and the spirit of the season, we revisit Theo telling the story of wry American folk prince Arlo Guthrie's long-winded 1967 talking-blues epic Thanksgiving classic “Alice’s Restaurant." Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie joined the conversation.

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Gordon Lightfoot “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald"

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Toronto troubadour’s 1976 historical folk-rock ballad about the Great Lakes disaster of the same name.

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Toadies "Possum Kingdom" Part 2

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:20:00 GMT

2 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the Fort Worth alternative band's creepy, cult-ish 1994 rock radio staple.

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Toadies "Possum Kingdom" Part 1

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 08:20:00 GMT

1 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the Fort Worth alternative band's creepy, cult-ish 1994 rock radio staple.

[WARNING: This episode contains historical depictions of gruesome and graphic violence. Listen discretion is advised.]

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Chuck Mangione "Feels So Good"

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Rochester flugelhorn player's super smooth 1977 jazz-pop crossover sensation.

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Dave "Baby" Cortez "The Happy Organ"

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Detroit singer/songwriter/organist's 1958 instrumental chart-topper

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Geggy Tah "Whoever You Are"

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the California experimental rock duo's 1996 funky, feel-good driving song.

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Dire Straits "Sultans of Swing" (w/ Steve Sladkowski of PUP)

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the English band's 1978 breakout pub-rock hit. Steve Sladkowski, lead guitarist of PUP, joins the conversation.

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Spin Doctors "Two Princes"

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the jammy New York pop-rock band's inescapable 1991 smash.

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Discussion: Top Albums of 2025 So Far

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Michael and Theo try something new and discuss their respective five favorite albums of the year thus far.

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Harvey Danger "Flagpole Sitta" Part 2 (w/ Matt Gudernatch)

Sat, 21 Jun 2025 06:08:09 GMT

2 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the journalistic Seattle alternative rock band's snarky yet snappy 1997 smash. Actor, writer, and comedian Matt Gudernatch joins the conversation.

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Harvey Danger "Flagpole Sitta" Part 1 (w/ Matt Gudernatch)

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:20:00 GMT

1 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the journalistic Seattle alternative rock band's snarky yet snappy 1997 smash. Actor, writer, and comedian Matt Gudernatch joins the conversation.

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Jill Sobule "I Kissed a Girl"

Wed, 28 May 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Denver singer-songwriter's witty, groundbreaking 1995 gay anthem

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Jimmy Dean "I.O.U."

Thu, 08 May 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Texas singer/songwriter, actor, TV host, and meat purveyor's 1976 sentimental spoken-word ode to moms

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Frank & Moon Zappa "Valley Girl" (w/ Eliza Thorn)

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the LA-via-Baltimore musical iconoclast and his daughter's 1982 novelty hit that forever changed American vernacular. Nashville singer/songwriter Eliza Thorn joins the conversation.

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Nada Surf "Popular" (w/ Sofia Loporcaro)

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 03:59:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the New York City alternative rock band's 1996 sarcastic, spoken-word singalong. Podcaster and music journalist Sofia Loporcaro joins the conversation.

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Fine Young Cannibals "She Drives Me Crazy"

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Birmingham, England pop rock band's genre-defying 1989 chart-topper

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Re-Hit: Buster Poindexter "Hot Hot Hot"

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:20:00 GMT

In light of David Johansen's passing earlier this week, we are revisiting our 2023 episode about his alter-ego's 1987 calypso crossover smash “Hot Hot Hot.”

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Deniece Williams "Let's Hear It for the Boy"

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Indiana singer's 1984 last-minute soundtrack smash

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Richard Harris "MacArthur Park"

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Irish actor's 1967 epic pop crooner turn that started a cultural domino effect.

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Gerardo "Rico Suave"

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 09:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Ecuadorian rapper's 1990 alter-ego bilingual blockbuster.

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The Waitresses "Christmas Wrapping"

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:20:28 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Ohio new wave band's distinctively cool 1981 Christmas classic, with a bonus dive into Kurtis Blow's 1979 holiday hip hop hit "Christmas Rappin'."

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EMF "Unbelievable" (w/ Illiterate Light)

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 09:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the English alternative rock band's classic, chaotic 1991 chart-topper. Virginia rock band Illiterate Light joins the conversation.

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Bobby McFerrin "Don't Worry, Be Happy"

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:20:57 GMT

Theo tells the story of the groundbreaking New York City vocalist/composer/improviser's 1988 a cappella chart-topper

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Shawn Mullins "Lullaby" (w/ Golden Everything)

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:20:17 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Georgia singer-songwriter's mysteriously specific 1998 semi-spoken-word smash. Nashville folk duo Golden Everything joins the conversation.

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Mike Oldfield "Tubular Bells" (from The Exorcist)

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:20:55 GMT

Theo tells the story of the British musician's epic, genre-spanning 1973 opus that went on to become part of horror film history.

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The Greg Kihn Band "Jeopardy"

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 09:20:23 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Bay Area pop rock band's 1983 funky heartbreak hit

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Bob Carlisle "Butterfly Kisses"

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 03:59:39 GMT

Michael tells the story of the California Christian adult contemporary singer's 1997 crossover ballad

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The Rembrandts "I'll Be There for You"

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 08:20:40 GMT

Theo tells the story of the American pop-rock duo's short-but-sweet 1995 TV-theme smash

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Starland Vocal Band "Afternoon Delight"

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 08:20:28 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Washington, DC singing group's 1976 epochal, deceptively low-brow chart-topper. [WARNING: Contains explicit content; listener discretion is advised.]

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Iron Butterfly "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida"

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 08:20:25 GMT

Theo tells the story of the California prog proto-metal band's epic 1968 sleeper hit

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LFO "Summer Girls" (w/ Liz Riggs)

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Massachusetts boy band's head-scratching, pop-culture-referencing 1999 rap-pop surprise hit. Novelist Liz Riggs joins the conversation.

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Rebecca Black "Friday"

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 08:20:16 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Orange County singer's 2011 polarizing, perhaps misunderstood, viral phenomenon

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They Might Be Giants "Boss of Me"

Wed, 15 May 2024 08:20:00 GMT

Theo tells the story of the quirky Brooklyn-via-Massachusetts cult alt-rock band's 2000 ska-inflected, Grammy-winning TV theme song.

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Fatboy Slim "Praise You" (w/ Steve Reidell of The Hood Internet)

Wed, 01 May 2024 03:55:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the UK big beat DJ and producer's sample-heavy, star-making 1998 smash. Steve Reidell of The Hood Internet joins the conversation.

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Tag Team "Whoomp! (There It Is)" / 95 South "Whoot, There It Is"

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:20:35 GMT

Double episode! Theo tells the stories of the coincidentally(?) competing 1993 hip-hop hits. [WARNING: Contains explicit content; listener discretion is advised.]

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Alan Jackson "Chattahoochee"

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:20:24 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Georgia country superstar's 1993 slangy summertime calling card

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Melanie "Brand New Key"

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:20:29 GMT

Theo tells the story of Queens folk singer-songwriter Melanie's whimsically controversial 1971 chart-topper

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Len "Steal My Sunshine" (w/ Courtney E. Smith)

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 09:20:11 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Toronto slacker rap-rock band's 1999 disco-sampling hangover hymn. Courtney E. Smith joins the conversation.

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Kim Carnes "Bette Davis Eyes"

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 09:20:02 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Los Angeles singer/songwriter's 1981 movie star name-dropping synth-rock chart-topper.

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OMC "How Bizarre" (w/ Danny Davis of Husbands)

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 09:20:38 GMT

Michael tells the story of the New Zealand Pasifika group's distinctive 1995 global triumph. Husbands frontman Danny Davis joins the conversation.

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The Pogues feat. Kirsty MacColl "Fairytale of New York"

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 09:20:44 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Irish/English Celtic folk-punk band's legendary Christmas classic

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Arlo Guthrie "Alice's Restaurant" (w/ Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie)

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:20:10 GMT

Theo tells the story of the wry American folk prince's long-winded 1967 talking-blues Thanksgiving classic. Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie joins the conversation.

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4 Non Blondes "What's Up?"

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 09:20:38 GMT

Theo tells the story of the San Francisco queer, feminist rock band's synonymous 1993 singalong smash

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Wheatus "Teenage Dirtbag" (w/ Jason Hawk Harris)

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 08:20:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the New York rock band's unexpectedly complex 2000 alternative anthem. Jason Hawk Harris joins the conversation. [WARNING: Contains descriptions of gruesome violence; listener discretion is advised.]

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Midnight Oil "Beds Are Burning"

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:20:40 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Sydney post-punk band's electrifying, uniquely Australian 1987 social justice anthem.

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DJ Casper "Cha-Cha Slide" (or "Casper Slide Part 2")

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:20:15 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Chicago house DJ's 2000 instructional line dance phenomenon

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Natalie Imbruglia "Torn" (w/ Georgia Mooney)

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:20:18 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Australian singer/songwriter/actor/model's fateful, circuitous 1997 global pop megahit. Georgia Mooney joins the conversation.

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The Darkness "I Believe in a Thing Called Love"

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:20:02 GMT

Michael tells the story of the English glam rock revival band's 2003 flashy, falsettoed smash

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Joan Osborne "One of Us" (w/ Franny Thomas)

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 08:20:27 GMT

Theo tells the story of the New-York-City-by-way-of-Kentucky singer/songwriter's 1995 contemplative, existential radio staple. Franny Thomas joins the conversation.

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Santana feat. Rob Thomas "Smooth" Part 2 (w/ Dave Holmes)

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 08:20:00 GMT

2 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the improbable 1999 sensation by San Francisco genre-spanning rock band Santana and Matchbox 20 frontman Rob Thomas. Dave Holmes joins the conversation.

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Santana feat. Rob Thomas "Smooth" Part 1 (w/ Dave Holmes)

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 08:20:57 GMT

1 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the improbable 1999 sensation by San Francisco genre-spanning rock band Santana and Matchbox 20 frontman Rob Thomas. Dave Holmes joins the conversation.

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Re-Hit: Aqua "Barbie Girl"

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 08:20:19 GMT

In time for the 'Barbie' movie release, we are revisiting our 2022 episode about the Danish-Norwegian bubblegum dance/Europop group's 1997 global smash "Barbie Girl," with a new addendum about the song's involvement in the film's soundtrack.

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Rupert Holmes "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)"

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 08:20:24 GMT

Theo tells the story of the British-American soft rock jack-of-all-trades' clever, breezy 1979 chart-topper

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Buster Poindexter "Hot Hot Hot"

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 03:55:40 GMT

Michael tells the story of the New York City musical chameleon's 1987 calypso crossover smash.

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Fastball "The Way" (w/ Josh Terry)

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 08:20:59 GMT

Theo tells the story of Austin, Texas alternative rock band Fastball's peculiar and tragic 1998 hit "The Way." Music journalist Josh Terry joins the conversation.

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Pinkfong "Baby Shark"

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 02:00:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the South Korean educational corporation mascot's American folk-song-turned-digital-age-kids-music phenomenon.

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Baz Luhrmann "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)"

Tue, 09 May 2023 08:20:10 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Australian film director's 1999 inspirational spoken-word, slow-burn hit.

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Eiffel 65 "Blue (Da Ba Dee)" [DJ Ponte Ice Pop Mix]

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 08:02:00 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Italian Eurodance trio's hypnotically goofy 1998 global smash.

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Napoleon XIV "They're Coming to Take Me Away, Ha-Haa!"

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 08:20:39 GMT

Theo tells the story of the eccentric American singer/songwriter, musician, composer, and producer Jerry Samuels a.k.a. Napoleon XIV's offbeat 1966 hit

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Weezer "Buddy Holly" (w/ Amr Kotb)

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 06:15:12 GMT

Michael tells the story of the enigmatic Los Angeles alternative rock band's iconic 1994 breakout hit. Amr Kotb joins the conversation.

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Taco "Puttin' on the Ritz"

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 09:20:54 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Indonesian-Dutch singer's 1982 version of Irving Berlin's complicated 1927 song.

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The Knack "My Sharona"

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 15:28:20 GMT

Theo tells the story of the LA power pop band's low-brow 1979 phenomenon

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Suzanne Vega & DNA "Tom's Diner"

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 09:20:12 GMT

Michael tells the story of the unlikely 1990 "collaboration" between New York folk-rocker Suzanne Vega and British production duo DNA

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Band Aid "Do They Know It's Christmas?"

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:20:05 GMT

Theo tells the story of the star-studded UK pop supergroup's 1984 holiday charity smash

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Devo "Whip It" (w/ Alex Goldman)

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:20:50 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Ohio new wave/post-punk pioneers' deceptively layered 1980 hit. Alex Goldman joins the conversation.

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The Proclaimers "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)"

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 06:11:59 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Scottish twin brothers' 1987 (and 1993) folk-punk pub rock phenomenon

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Bobby 'Boris' Pickett "Monster Mash"

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 08:20:43 GMT

Happy Halloween! Michael tells the story of the Massachusetts singer/actor/comedian's 1962 spooky smash.

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Rednex "Cotton Eye Joe" (w/ Cory Graves of Vandoliers)

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 08:20:48 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Swedish country novelty collective's 1994 country/Eurodance crossover sensation "Cotton Eye Joe." Vandoliers' Cory Graves joins the conversation.

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Vangelis "Chariots of Fire"

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 08:20:01 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Greek composer's inspiring, epic instrumental 1981 chart-topper

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Marcy Playground "Sex & Candy" (w/ Mariel Buckley)

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 08:20:59 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Minneapolis/New York alternative rock band's 1997 perplexing downtempo smash "Sex & Candy." Mariel Buckley joins the conversation.

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Aqua "Barbie Girl"

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 08:20:44 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Danish-Norwegian bubblegum dance/Europop group's 1997 global smash "Barbie Girl"

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Trace Adkins "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk" (w/ Jay Zawaski)

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 08:20:46 GMT

Theo tells the story of the accident-prone Louisiana country singer's suggestive 2005 novelty song. Jay Zawaski joins the conversation.

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Wang Chung "Everybody Have Fun Tonight"

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:20:31 GMT

Michael tells the story of the British new wave band's silly yet sticky 1986 hit "Everybody Have Fun Tonight"

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The Presidents of the United States of America "Lump" / "Peaches"

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 08:20:00 GMT

Our first-ever two-sided episode! Theo tells the story of the Seattle post-grunge band's two cheeky 1995 hits "Lump" and "Peaches."

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Los Del Rio "Macerena (Bayside Boys Remix)" (w/ Mary Beth Richardson of Banditos)

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 08:20:23 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Spain flamenco duo's impossibly massive dance craze, remixed by Miami's Bayside Boys. Banditos' Mary Beth Richardson joins the conversation.

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Ying Yang Twins "Wait (The Whisper Song)"

Thu, 12 May 2022 08:20:21 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Atlanta rap duo's salacious 2005 hit. [WARNING: Contains explicit content; listener discretion is advised.]

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Phil Collins "Sussudio"

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:11:41 GMT

Michael tells the story of the iconic UK drummer/singer-songwriter's 1985 nonsensical pop smash "Sussudio."

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Snow "Informer" (w/ DAVIE)

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 08:20:35 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Irish-Canadian reggae rapper's 1992 surprise hit. DAVIE joins the conversation.

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The Mighty Mighty Bosstones "The Impression That I Get" (w/ Stanley Sievers)

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 13:51:38 GMT

Michael tells the story of the seminal Boston ska-core gang's inescapable 1997 hit. Stanley Sievers joins the conversation.

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Men Without Hats "The Safety Dance"

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:20:45 GMT

Theo tells the story of the brotherly Montreal new wave trio's 1982 dance hit.

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Gotye feat. Kimbra "Somebody That I Used to Know" (w/ Hilary Saunders)

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 09:20:11 GMT

Michael tells the story of the ubiquitous 2011 Kiwi-Australian folk-pop supernova. Hilary Saunders joins the conversation.

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Lou Monte "Dominick the Donkey"

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 15:46:33 GMT

Theo tells the story of the New Jersey crooner's 1960 anthropomorphic Christmas classic.

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Rammstein "Du Hast"

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 22:19:56 GMT

Theo tells the story of the German exhibitionist industrial metal band's unlikely 1997 global hit

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Nirvana "Smells Like Teen Spirit"

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:46:52 GMT

Michael tells the story of the iconic Washington grunge band's unlikely global blockbuster hit.

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Crash Test Dummies "Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm" (w/ Drew Morgan)

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 09:20:07 GMT

Michael tells the story of the high-minded Canadian folk-rock band's morose 1993 hit. Drew Morgan joins the conversation.

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Cherry Poppin' Daddies "Zoot Suit Riot"

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 17:35:59 GMT

Theo tells the story of the unfortunately-named Oregon band's 1997 swing revival smash "Zoot Suit Riot"

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Rose Royce "Car Wash"

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:20:10 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Los Angeles soul band's 1976 workplace disco smash.

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Sisqo "Thong Song" (w/ OneManJamz)

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 20:55:55 GMT

Theo tells the story of the silver-haired Baltimore R&B singer's risqué Y2K sensation. OneManJamz joins the conversation.

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Toni Basil "Mickey"

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:08:56 GMT

Michael tells the story of the multi-talented musical and visual artist's 1981 new wave phenomenon.

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Bloodhound Gang "The Bad Touch"

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 09:20:41 GMT

Theo tells the story of the polarizing Pennsylvania cult rock band's 1999 suggestive alternative dance hit. [WARNING: Contains explicit content; listener discretion is advised.]

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Billy Ray Cyrus "Achy Breaky Heart" (w/ Amy Reitnouer Jacobs of The Bluegrass Situation)

Wed, 12 May 2021 07:00:45 GMT

Michael tells the story of the mulleted Kentucky country singer's 1992 crossover smash. Amy Reitnouer Jacobs of The Bluegrass Situation joins the conversation.

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Enigma "Return to Innocence"

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 05:02:30 GMT

Theo tells the story of the Romanian-German musical project's 1994 new-age crossover phenomenon.

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Nena "99 Luftballons"

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 04:54:01 GMT

Michael tells the story of the Neue Deutsche Welle band's 1983 German synth anthem.

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Chumbawamba "Tubthumping"

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 05:07:56 GMT

Theo tells the story of the anarchist punk band's 1997 global hit.

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Right Said Fred "I'm Too Sexy"

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 04:59:53 GMT

Michael tells the story of the fraternal English band's ubiquitous 1992 pop smash.

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You Wanted a Hit! Trailer

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