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You’re not imagining things, this really is a new episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the timeless classic from 1971, “Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)” by legendary soul group, The Temptations. Join us as we blur the lines between reality and imagination; human and mannequin; and tender … Continue reading Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me) by The Temptations

BONUS EPISODE: Oh. It’s you. We’re back with a worn out recording of a favorite episode. Or, what we like to call a classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Just in time for the beginning of the summer, your hosts are revisiting their review of a hit song that’s not actually about piña coladas. … Continue reading SSP Classics: Escape (The Piña Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes

Once upon a time, not so long ago...actually, RIGHT NOW! It’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the 1980s classic, “Livin’ on a Prayer” by legendary rock band, Bon Jovi. Take a trip to New Jersey and visit the usual sights — a dock, a diner, and a pawn … Continue reading Livin’ On A Prayer by Bon Jovi

Don’t hang up! This isn’t a prank, it’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their review of the 1999 pop-punk hit, “What’s My Age Again?” by blink-182. Learn some important life lessons, including how to prepare for a date in 1999, the best late 90s television shows to watch while … Continue reading What’s My Age Again? by blink-182

So, here we are alone again, listener. It’s not too late in the game — come closer to happiness with this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their review of the 1993 #1 hit ballad, “Again” by pop superstar, Janet Jackson. This week we visit “Again” for the first time, interfere with … Continue reading Again by Janet Jackson

BONUS EPISODE: In this minisode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts explore how changing the singer changes the song. We’ll discuss songs and their gender-flipped covers, and how changing (or not changing) the lyrics can affect the story a song tells. Join us for this special bonus episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Continue … Continue reading Minisode: He Said, She Said

Where you going to, my listener blue? I’m sure you’re not mistaken — it’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their review of the 1972 classic hit, “Taxi” by legendary singer-songwriter Harry Chapin. In this episode, we discuss ways to avoid conversation with talkative drivers, pity-tipping your ex, and … Continue reading Taxi by Harry Chapin

Those aren’t sirens you’re hearing, it’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their review of the 1971 classic, “Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress” by British rock group, The Hollies. Get the answers to the burning questions — how tall is too tall?; Is your bootlegging friend a kind-hearted … Continue reading Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress by The Hollies

BONUS EPISODE: In a little while from now, you’ll be listening to this classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In honor of Saint Patrick’s Day, your hosts are revisiting their review of the 1972 hit, “Alone Again (Naturally)” by Irish singer-songwriter Gilbert O’Sullivan. Don’t be left standing in the lurch, treat yourself to a … Continue reading SSP Classics: Alone Again (Naturally) by Gilbert O’Sullivan

Believe the news — it’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their review of the hit 1983 power ballad “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” by Laura Branigan. In this episode, we discuss talkative townspeople, tennis mysteries, and baller album titles. We’ll also spend some time, … Continue reading How Am I Supposed to Live Without You by Laura Branigan