Turntables and Tea

The boys continue building up the Ocean's Calling Festival by diving into headliner John Mayer's third album "Continuum". Hear about the big names making appearances and how the album marks a new direction for John Mayer. But does Charlie or Cory find this album more satisfying. Quit slow dancing in a burning room and take a listen!

The boys kick off their month anticipating the Ocean's Calling Festival by taking a look at the highest-selling album of the '90s. Find out about Alanis Morissette's beginnings as a teen pop singer (& how they informed her success), Charlie's experience seeing the musical adaptation of this album and hear Cory learn who "You Oughta Know" is (probably) about! All we re...

The boys continue their second album battle with a look at "In Utero", Nirvana's third and final album. Hear about the song Dave Grohl loves that Charlie and Cory don't, the album's multiple producers, and the show that "Rape Me" made an appearance in. Open up your heart-shaped box and take a listen! CW: episode features discussion of rape, suicide, schizophrenia an...

Turntables & Tea begins a grunge battle by taking on Pearl Jam's smash sophomore album "Vs." It's another album Cory grew up with that is new to Charlie. Find out how the boys feel it plays in 2023, along with tales of the (in)famous drummer Dave A (we can't pronounce his last name either. This is one for daughters and animals everywhere!

Turntables & Tea takes on Janet Jackson's introspective affair known as "The Velvet Rope". Find out how Janet tackles her inner demons and sexuality, while also finding out whether or not Cory enjoys this one more than its preceding album. You won't get too lonely listening to this one!

The boys dive into the album Charlie walked into on a previous episode. Hear about how Madonna pulled off her most radical reinvention ever after becoming a mother. Does Cory still question Charlie's journalistic integrity for stating this album should've won a top Grammy, or is Charlie just being a Madonna fanboy? Find out on this must-listen episode!

The boys go back to 1970 to discuss the solo debut of none other than Paul McCartney. Hear about the controversy surrounding the album's release date, a song intended for Frank Sinatra, and whether or not Macca set out to make a "lo-fi" record. Maybe we're amazed if you listen, but we know you want to, so get on it!

The boys go folk when they look at Tracy Chapman's huge self-titled debut. Hear how Tracy took on topics such as materialism, domestic violence and poverty during the end of the Reagan era. Of course, we also discuss Luke Combs's "Fast Car" and how it compares to the original. You don't want to miss Charlie and Cory "talkin' 'bout a revolution", so listen!

Continue the Turntables & Tea journey into "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" as the boys dive into the 6 Vault tracks that close out the album. Hear what Charlie & Cory think about the collabs with Hayley Williams and Fall Out Boy, as well as the song both of them think should've been included the first time around and the tune that relates to their friend. You'll love h...

Charlie and Cory "speak now" on the latest rerecording from the music industry herself. Hear recollections on the original album passing the boys by and find out about Charlie's guilty pleasure song, Cory's reaction to track 5 as a John Mayer fan, and, of course, the changed lyrics of "Better Than Revenge". This podcast is not just mine, it's ours, so take a listen!

The boys celebrate the 4th of July with "The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill". Hear all the tea on the making of and aftermath of this classic release. It's a story involving huge sales, countless awards, a lawsuit and appearances from figures like Mary J. Blige and Carlos Santana. Does the album and its commentary on society hold up 25 years later? Find out how Charlie and Cory see it o...

The boys take on the Chili Peppers again by going back to 1991 and their breakthrough album. Find out which song both Charlie and Cory dislike for different reasons, how Sinead O’Connor played into the creation of one of the best songs and why this band blew up at the perfect time. You don’t need to go under any bridges to enjoy this one!

The boys get a little grunge-y in this one when they look at the Smashing Pumpkins classic "Siamese Dream". It's one of Cory's favorites from his teenage years. Come to find out if it holds up today, stay to hear all the tea behind alt-rock classics like "Today" and "Disarm". If anything, listen because Billy Corgan wants you to! Content warning: this episode...

The boys take on the latest from the Foo Fighters in this one. Hear about how Dave Grohl channeled his grief of Taylor Hawkins musically in some unexpected ways. You don’t want to miss this one! Follow us on social media: Twitter- ⁠https://twitter.com/turntablestea⁠ Facebook- ⁠https://www.facebook.com/turntablesandteapodcast⁠ Instagram- ⁠https://www.instagram.com/turntablesandteapodcast/

The boys go back into the Radiohead arena to discuss “In Rainbows”. Did Charlie enjoy this one more than “OK Computer”. Find out that and all the tea surrounding this album’s unconventional release in this episode. The weird fishes want you to listen! Follow us on social media: Twitter- https://twitter.com/turntablestea Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/turntablesandteapodcast Instagram- https://...

The boys finally look into Taylor Swift's Folklore on this special episode. Hear reflections on the shock of the release announcement, a declaration as to whether or not this is a concept album, and how Ms. Swift expanded her lyrical palette during this discussion. Most importantly, Charlie shares his experience at the Eras Tour in Philadelphia. You don't need a cardigan to enjoy this must...

Turntables & Tea has its most personal episode while diving into Ed Sheeran's new album. Charlie and Cory didn't go into this as the biggest Ed fans. Was Mr. Sheeran able to change their minds? Find out as you listen to all the tea on this visual album that tackles love, loss and family. You don't want to miss this one, even with your "eyes closed"! Twitter- https://twitt...

The boys kick off their Folklore month with Lana Del Rey's instant classic "Norman F*****g Rockwell!" Hear about the album's massive critical acclaim, the beauty of a 10-minute soundscape, and how Cory connected to one Elizabeth Grant on a level he never predicted. You'll enjoy "doin' time" listening to this one! Follow us on social media: Twitter- https://twitt...

Charlie and Cory take on Lady Gaga again, this time by covering her 2011 album "Born This Way". Hear Charlie's journey to liking this album, Cory learning about the title tack's "Express Yourself" controversy, and the popular song both boys feel is overrated. All this tea and more is in this one, so be sure to listen! Follow us on social media: Twitter- https://twitter....

The boys take on the Fab Four for the first time in this episode. Listen to memories of parties, halloween and Beatles Rock Band amongst talk of the “Let It Be” album. The tea is piping hot for this one, involving characters such as Phil Spector, Allen Klein, Glyn Johns and, of course, John, Paul, George and Ringo. Get back to a place where you can listen! Follow us on social media: Twitter- https...

The boys discuss the solo debut of Cory’s baby mama Gwen Stefani on this one. Join us for a wild ride with hot tea takes on Fergie, Courtney Love, Gavin Rossdale and more. Charlie and Cory also have their biggest disagreement yet. Find out what it’s about right here! Follow us on social media: Twitter- https://twitter.com/turntablestea Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/turntablesandteapodcast Ins...

Two "Young Americans" (Charlie and Cory) take on David Bowie for the first time. Go back to the mid-1970s with this episode, where Bowie takes on American soul music in one of many reinventions. Featuring players such as David Sanborn, Luther Vandross and John Lennon, it's easy to see why this album inspired so much "fascination". Hear all about the music, the tea and the &...

In this special rerun episode of the Turn Back Time podcast, take a listen to Charlie and Cory's first ever podcast together. The boys spill all the tea on Cher's massively underrated 1975 album "Stars". Find out why this fan favorite deserved better while also hearing about Cher's duet with Harry Nilsson and her hilarious appearance on "The Carol Burnett Show". You...

Turntables & Tea takes on their second live album by covering the John Mayer Trio’s Try! Find out how this was a key transitional album for Mr. Mayer and how it does at creating a concert experience for listeners at home. Play this one for yourself and your “daughters”! Follow us on social media: Twitter- https://twitter.com/turntablestea Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/turntablesandteapodc...

Turntables & Tea takes an "endless summer vacation" with Miley Cyrus for their first ever coverage of a brand new release. Find out how Harry Styles's producers help make this the most "Miley" album ever and, of course, where and when Miley's ex-husband Liam Hemsworth is referenced on the album. Buy yourself some "flowers" and take a listen! Follow us on s...