The Story Song Podcast

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 annual contracts. Unlike Gale Garnett, we think you SHOULD fall in...

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 a monster. Happy Father's Day from THE STORY SONG PODCAST to all the dads out there...except for...

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 a dirtbag's dream come true or just a teenage fantasy. Skip gym class and listen to THE STORY SONG...

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 option. We're depending on you, son. So put down that shovel and listen to this...

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 on social media. Follow us...

BONUS EPISODE: Join your hosts as they bring an SSP Classic Episode to modern times. From Musker and Bugatti, the songwriters of everyone's favorite elevator song, "Heaven on the 7th Floor," we revisit the 80s pop hit, "Modern Girl" by Sheena Easton. Don't stay at home and watch your TV. Stay at home and listen to this bonus episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST.  Continue the conversation; follow THE...

Going up! On this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, join your hosts for a trip full of awkward small talk and Muzak, as they travel from the lobby to what some call heaven but others call a claustrophobic's nightmare. Come explore one of the many chapters in the career of actor/writer/singer Paul Nicholas as we review his 1977 disco hit, "Heaven on the 7th Floor." Room for one more... Continue th...

Put on your best suit and race like a jet to the latest episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In this edition, your hosts review the kind-of recent, international hit single, "Rude" by Canadian reggae fusion band, MAGIC! Say yes, say yes to Episode 13 of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Continue the conversation -- follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on Twitter (@Story_Song), Instagram (storysongpodcast), and on Fa...

Ok, Smarty. You know what to do. Bust a move while you listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. In Episode 12, your hosts take you through four short stories as they review Young MC's 1980s hip hop classic and wedding staple, "Bust A Move." This here's a tale for all the fellas. And everyone else as well. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us...

You'll say you want to hear a new episode of The Story Song Podcast. What about "Breakfast at Tiffany's" by Deep Blue Something? You remember that song. You kind of liked it. Well, that's the song that we've got. Join your hosts as they review this 1990s hit.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instagram (storysongpodcast),...

Can't we all just get along? According to the Valley people, no. No, we cannot. Join us as we learn which side of the mountain to go to for the best soup, and that the real treasure is the friends you make on your way to attack a mountain kingdom. This week your hosts review "One Tin Soldier," performed by the occult band, Coven, from the 1971 movie, Billy Jack.  Continue the conversation; follow...

Jessie is a friend. Rick, not so much. Play along with the charade and try to figure out Jessie's girlfriend's name as Dan, Rachel, and Michael review Rick Springfield's 80s hit, "Jessie's Girl." Listen with those ears. Or is the point moot? Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thes...

Valentine's Day is a special day for The Story Song Podcast. For this special episode, we revisit our review of a classic 1950s country song about a man, a woman who may or may not know him, and a horse who wasn't even supposed to be there that day. Cuddle up with stupid cupid, eat some chocolates, and set the mood with "El Paso" by Marty Robbins. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG P...

Invite the neighbors over and relax with a 1970s classic. This week, Dan, Rachel, and Michael tear down walls to tell the story of “Knock Three Times,” by Tony Orlando and Dawn. Find out if Dawn is one person, two people, or just a concept. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thest...

Take a detour this week with Dan, Michael, and Rachel as they head out on the road. We'll talk about the best bridges in New York, sophisticated wine pairings, and how much late 90's you can fit in one sentence. Hop in and buckle up for "The Way" by Fastball.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instagram (storysongpodcast),...

Ignore that hoot owl and get these hard times right on out of your mind with The Story Song Podcast! Join Dan, Rachel, and Michael as they leave sodbusting behind to visit Ghost Mountain and get lost in the blizzard of Michael Martin Murphey's 1975 country rock classic, "Wildfire."  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instag...

Don't forget the eggnog when you ring in the New Year with Dan, Rachel, Michael, Dan Fogelberg, his old lover, her architect husband, and an irate cashier who just wants to go home on Christmas Eve. In this special episode, the hosts analyze "Same Old Lang Syne," a 1980's holiday classic by singer-songwriter Dan Fogelberg, which might not actually be a Christmas song.  Continue the conversation; f...

Like the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Rachel, Dan, and Michael revisit one of their classic episodes for this holiday edition of The Story Song Podcast. Settle in with a nice can of cranberries and listen as your hosts unpack that 80's holiday classic, Christmas Wrapping by The Waitresses.   Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song),...

Meet Pearl, a singer in a nightclub. Join Dan, Rachel, and Michael at their beer-stained table as they sing songs, tell jokes, and dream of being Betty Grable, for an almost-philosophical discussion of "Pearl's a Singer" performed by Elkie Brooks and produced and co-written by legendary songwriters, Leiber and Stoller. "Pearl's a Singer" by Elkie Brooks (from the album Two Days Away) is available...

It's tea time at The Story Song Podcast! In this episode, Dan, Rachel, and Michael pine away for the 1960s and delve into the Herman's Hermits classic, "Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter." Grab a biscuit, tell your butler to lock your doors, and listen to the hosts discuss misheard lyrics and Dan’s impeccable dialect skills as they review this 1960s pop hit. Continue the conversation; follo...

To whom it may concern. This week Michael, Dan and Rachel take a red pen to the 1969 R.B Greaves song, Take a Letter Maria.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast). THE STORY SONG PODCAST is a member of the Forge Audio Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

This week Michael, Dan, and Rachel take you to school and teach you all about Jeannie C. Riley's 1968 classic, Harper Valley, P.T.A.  Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Twitter (@story_song), Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast). THE STORY SONG PODCAST isa member of the Forge Audio Network. Learn more about your ad cho...

Guess who's back! After a lengthy hiatus, Michael, Dan, and Rachel are back to explore the story of Thin Lizzy's biggest hit, "The Boys Are Back in Town." "The Boys Are Back in Town" by Thin Lizzy (from the album Jailbreak) is available on Apple Music, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media...

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