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Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs

Mark Blankenship and Sarah D. Bunting are journalists, friends, and music fans who love talking about pop music of all stripes.

Latest Episodes:

Episode 175: Three Oscar-Anniversary Songs Feb 03, 2020

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It's our third annual Oscar-themed episode with our good pal Joe Reid! This year, we're talking about Oscar-winning songs having major anniversaries -- from The Little Mermaid, Tarzan, and Crazy Heart -- and making an unexpected turn into our grandmother's favorite tunes.
Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by the Cox Family. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas. Special Guest: Joe Reid.

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Episode 174: The Pharcyde, "Passin' Me By" Jan 27, 2020

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We bow before the incredible rhymes in "Passin' Me By" by the Pharcyde, and we also talk about the pleasure of parsing lyrical references, the "collegiate" rap of the early '90s, and the best time to call someone a nincompoop.
Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by De La Soul. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 173: Murray Head, "One Night In Bangkok" Jan 20, 2020

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It's a crazy miracle that "One Night In Bangkok" was a top-three single, but here we are. As we talk about Murray Head's hit song -- written by the guys from ABBA (!) and Tim Rice (!!) -- we also talk about the special weirdness of the early '80s, the least likely musicals, and George Michael's little white shorts.
Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Taco. (OF COURSE IT IS.) Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 172: Nina Simone, "Wild Is The Wind" Jan 13, 2020

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[Content advisory: This episode touches on family separation, American slavery, and cultural trauma.]
We welcome back Eli Oberman (a great musician and our resident wind expert) to discuss Nina Simone's "Wild Is The Wind." We cover the upbeat moments in sad songs, singers who make you glad to feel wistful, and the perfect time to call a skiffle band.
Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is by Johnny Mathis. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas. Special Guest: Eli Oberman.

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Episode 171: Hall & Oates, "Private Eyes" Jan 06, 2020

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Our roller skating dreams are fueled by Hall & Oates, "Private Eyes," and the simple pleasures of an effortless groove. Then we think about the fate of being the second most-famous member of a duo. Shut up, And!
Our intro is by Andrew Byrne, and our outro is by Huey Lewis and The News. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 170: Alanis Morissette's "Jagged Little Pill," Ranked Dec 23, 2019

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The time has come for us to rank every song on Alanis Morissette's decade-defining album. Which songs sound different to our middle-aged ears? Which songs have unexpectedly become favorites? Why is Judith Light involved?
Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne and our outro is by Michelle Branch. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 169: Heidi Klum, "Wonderland" Dec 16, 2019

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Yes, Heidi Klum recorded a Christmas song, and no, we can't believe it either. Her Teutonic hubris has us talking about frightened children, Seal's domestic coping strategies, and those rare cultural artifacts that deserve both an F and an A.
Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by Fountains of Wayne. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 168: Reba McEntire, "Fancy" Dec 09, 2019

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We celebrate Mark's birthday with the campy masterpiece that is Reba McEntire's "Fancy." Take a shot of moonshine every time we mention fake fingernails, celebrate sex positivity, or slip into southern accents!
Our intro is by Andrew Byrne and our outro is by Reba's daughter-in-law. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 167: Julian Lennon, "Too Late For Goodbyes" Dec 02, 2019

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Can Julian Lennon's '80s hits escape the gravitational pull of his dad's legacy? Can ANY musical child of a rock star do that? And why are talking about novelty items that look like a uterus? Listen on to find out!
Our intro is by Laura Barger and Jack Baldelli, and our outro is, naturally, by The Beatles. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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Episode 166: Taylor Swift ft. The Dixie Chicks, "Soon You'll Get Better" Nov 21, 2019

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A subtly profound Taylor Swift song creates a mid-episode conversion, then inspires talk of shower singing, passive aggressive emails, and the finest ditches in New Jersey.
Our intro is by David Gregory Byrne, and our outro is by the Haden Triplets featuring Ry Cooder. Want to leave us a voicemail? Just call 646-389-0767! You can email us at talkaboutsongs@gmail.com, tweet us at @talksongs, or Facebook us at facebook.com/mastas.podcast. To get access to bonus content (and vote in ranking episodes), become a patron at patreon.com/mastas.

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