Sylvia’s Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show

Don’t hang up! It’s the newest episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the 1972 soft rock hit, “Sylvia’s Mother” by Dr. Hook and The Medicine Show. We’ll discuss Mrs. Avery’s true motives, payphone inflation, and the works of Shel Silverstein (both for children and for adults). So get your … Continue reading Sylvia’s Mother by Dr. Hook & The Medicine Show

Lyin’ Eyes by The Eagles

You can’t hide your lyin’ ears — you want to listen to a new episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this episode, your hosts review the 1970s country rock hit, “Lyin’ Eyes” by the Eagles. We’ll discuss each character’s point of view, how to get to the cheating side of town, and dream theft. Don’t … Continue reading Lyin’ Eyes by The Eagles

Wake Up Little Susie by The Everly Brothers

Wake up! It’s time for another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In their twentieth episode, your hosts discuss the 1950s rock and roll classic, “Wake Up Little Susie” by The Everly Brothers. Written by the prolific songwriting team of Felice and Boudleaux Bryant, and a #1 hit in 1957, this song was hot, and it … Continue reading Wake Up Little Susie by The Everly Brothers

SSP Classics: Angie Baby by Helen Reddy

BONUS EPISODE:Turn off the rock-and-roll radio, and turn on this SSP Classic Episode. Join your hosts for a special episode about a special lady, as they revisit their review of the 1970s pop song, “Angie Baby.” This mysterious story song about a girl with magical powers who keeps people in her radio was a #1 … Continue reading SSP Classics: Angie Baby by Helen Reddy

Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash

I hear a new episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST a-comin’. In this episode, your hosts review the country music classic, “Folsom Prison Blues” by Johnny Cash — both its original 1950s studio version and its more famous 1960s live version. In this episode, we'll discuss train travel, early-morning prison concerts, and how cool the Man … Continue reading Folsom Prison Blues by Johnny Cash

We’ll Sing In The Sunshine by Gale Garnett

We'll talk about stories. We'll laugh about songs. We’ll review a folk music classic, then we'll be on our way. In this episode, your hosts review the 1964 hit, "We'll Sing in the Sunshine," by Canadian singer/songwriter Gale Garnett. Join us as we discuss female empowerment songs of the 1960s, tough dad/daughter talks, and binding … Continue reading We’ll Sing In The Sunshine by Gale Garnett

SSP Classics: Run Joey Run by David Geddes

BONUS EPISODE: Every night, the same old dream — another SSP Classic Episode! For this special bonus episode, join your hosts and a chorus of angels as they revisit their review of the mid-70s pop hit, "Run Joey Run" by David Geddes. Don't walk; run, listener, run to hear the story of two dum-dums and … Continue reading SSP Classics: Run Joey Run by David Geddes

Teenage Dirtbag by Wheatus

Were you popular in high school? Did you attend prom WITH a date? Well then, this song is not about you. Luckily, THE STORY SONG PODCAST is for everyone! And we give a damn about you. In this episode, we review "Teenage Dirtbag," the 2000s alternative hit by Wheatus, and discuss whether this song is … Continue reading Teenage Dirtbag by Wheatus

Patches by Clarence Carter

No, not that Patches. The other Patches. On this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, we review Clarence Carter's 1970 R&B hit, "Patches." Find out why all songs about people named Patches can't help being sad, see where this song fits into the Story Song Expanded Universe, and learn about farming as an after-school job … Continue reading Patches by Clarence Carter

Patches by Dickey Lee

Welcome to Old Shantytown! In this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts review "Patches" by Dickey Lee; a lighthearted, fun-filled early 60s pop hit about young love. Just kidding. We'll get through this tragic Romeo-and-Juliet story together. Not listening to this episode would just bring you disgrace.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST … Continue reading Patches by Dickey Lee