Episode 213: I Love Lucy vs. Motörhead – Ace of Spades w/ David Schneider

“David joins the guys to finally answer the question that’s been plaguing all of us since the 20th century: Who’s better – Lucille Ball or Motörhead? The answer may surprise and delight you! If you’re psychotic.

Episode 209: The Best Songs of 2017 Part 1

As they have done semi-annually for 59 years, John and Pat pick their top 10 songs of 2017 so far. Will Michael Bolton finally make the list? You’ll have to listen to all 2 hours to find out. Or skip it and go watch a movie, because he doesn’t.

Episode 206: The Replacements – Pleased To Meet Me vs. Sleater Kinney – Dig Me Out

John & Pat do another episode about classic albums celebrating anniversaries, but who cares? Does anybody read these descriptions anyway? Rutabaga jetpack flim-flam Pocahantas do-rag.

Episode 205: U2: The Joshua Tree vs. Radio Head: OK Computer

John & Pat delve into 2 classic rock albums because they figured they had more to say than the thousands of critical analyses already written about them. Look forward to them mansplaining The Beatles and Star Wars soon!

Episode 195: Hüsker Dü – Metal Circus vs. Zen Arcade

John’s program of torturing Pat with screamy music finally comes to an end with the last installment of their Hüsker Dü album reviews. Will Pat exact his revenge? Or will John force him to do a series on the discography of Motörhead? Why are there no bands with umlauts anymore? And most importantly: why should you care?

Episode 193: Albums That Got Us Through High School w/ Steve Mockus

Are you in the mood to listen to 3 middle-aged white guys talk about the difficulties of their high school days and geek out over ’80s culture for a couple hours? Then look no further than this episode. And also 90% of the other podcasts out there.

Episode 179: Joy Division – Substance vs. New Order – Substance

John & Pat go back to the ’80s (like they ever left) to indulge in their goth and dance sides. Since neither of them can dance, it ends up just being more dreary than usual.

Episode 171:The Housemartins – London 0 Hull 4 vs. The Coup – Pick A Bigger Weapon

John & Pat compare the two most famous Marxist music acts (sorry, Gang Of Four!) of the modern era and manage to say nothing about politics or philosophy in the process. But at least they look good doing it. As far as you know.

Episode 169: Best Songs of 2016 Part 1

John & Pat do their semi-annual list of their favorite songs of the year. Will yours make the cut? Nope. But you will be educated on some great music bubbling under the radar. Educated, but not entertained. Just like an Aaron Sorkin script!