One Sweet Dream: A Beatles Podcast

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Now And Then (Pt 1) : The Final Masterpiece That Tells A Story Nov 01, 2023

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In this episode, Diana Erickson and Halle Ryan explore the Beatles' final masterpiece: "Now and Then." They unravel the intricate narrative of its path to public release and discuss how this stunning composition, alongside its anthology companions, "Real Love" and "Free As a Bird," elegantly rewrite the closing chapter of the iconic Beatles story. Part One explores the path that led to the release of "Now and Then." and provides a deep exploration of the enchanting classic "Free As A Bird." Part Two provides a comprehensive examination of the gorgeous masterwork "Real Love" and the Beatles' final single, "Now and Then," as well as a reflection on the profound impact of these three last songs on the Beatles' narrative and legacy.
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Revisiting Ian Leslie's Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces Jun 02, 2023

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Author Ian Leslie discusses the songs that made his Hidden Gems list. Ian writes about psychology, culture, technology, and business for the New Statesman, the Economist, the Guardian, and the Financial Times — and he has a newsletter called the Ruffian. He is also the author of the book Conflicted and is working on a book about Lennon and McCartney. What do you think of Ian's list? Any favorites? Ian's newsletter: The Ruffian: https://ianleslie.substack.com/ @mrianleslie ------------- About One Sweet Dream: Website: Onesweetdreampodcast.com email: Onesweetdreampodcast@gmail.com Support the podcast: Patreon: Patreon.com/onesweetdream @onesweetdreamdi
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Revisiting The Episode: Author Pete Paphides On the "Magical and Miraculous" Film, Get Back May 17, 2023

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Journalist, broadcaster, and author, Pete Paphides discusses his impressions of Get Back and the Beatles in 1969. This episode was recorded before the Get Back Documentary Series was fully available to the public. Pete's review of Get Back: https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/music/peter-jackson-beatles-documentary-review-get-back-disney-plus-b968008.html Pete's memoir, Broken Greek: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07VX2DP7S/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 About the Podcast Support the podcast: Patreon.com/Onesweetdream Onesweetdreampodcast.com @onesweetdreamdi Thanks to Tanya Clarke, as always!
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Revisiting RAM. Engineer Eirik Wangberg On The Making of RAM: "His Spirit Was Free" May 03, 2023

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This episode revisits my interview with RAM engineer, Eirik "The Norwegian" Wangberg, the engineer that spent two months alone in a studio with Paul and Linda McCartney during the making of RAM. Due to these circumstances, Wangberg was able to observe the McCartneys at a time when they were quite insular, so it was a treat to speak to the charming Norwegian. According to Wangberg, McCartney "was in a tough, tough situation. But he did it marvelously...His spirit was totally free." Wangberg wore many hats in the album's creation, ultimately sequencing and mixing the album. http://www.eirikwangberg.com/ One Sweet Dream Info: Website: onesweetdreampodcast.com Email: onesweetdreampodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/onesweetdream
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Revisiting Michael Penn's Hidden Gems & Unsung Masterpieces Apr 18, 2023

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This episode with brilliant musician Michael Penn is worth revisiting! We explore Michael's inspiring list of Hidden Gems and Unsung Masterpieces, which include: Anytime At All Things We Said Today She Said She Said The Family Way (Soundtrack and Movie) Within You Without You Penny Lane The End Maxwell's Silver Hammer Jenny Wren I Know I Know (Diana's choice) Michael Penn songs referenced in this episode: No Myth @MPenn About the Podcast: onesweetdreampodcast.com Email: Onesweetdreampodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/Onesweetdream Twitter @Onesweetdreamdi IG: @Onesweetdreampodcast
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Revisiting Paul McCartney's Creative Practice With Phillip McIntyre And Paul Thompson Apr 07, 2023

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In this episode, Diana explores Paul McCartney's artistry and creative process with Phillip McIntyre and Paul Thompson, authors of the book: “Paul McCartney and His Creative Practice. The Beatles and Beyond.” Phillip, Paul, and Diana have a wide-ranging discussion that covers topics such as flow state, collaboration, Crocodile Dundee, and how Paul McCartney is like James Bond. Phillip McIntyre is a Professor of Communication and Media at the University of Newcastle, Australia where he researches creativity and innovation. Phillip has published widely with a particular focus on the creative processes involved in various aspects of music including songwriting, sound engineering, and record production. He is the author of Creativity and Cultural Production: Issues for Media Practice (2012), co-editor of Creativity as a System in Action (2016), and co-author of Educating for Creativity within Higher Education (2018). Phillip also has extensive experience within the music industry. Paul Thompson is a professional recording engineer and producer who has worked in the music industry for over 15 years. He is currently a Reader in Popular Music at Leeds Beckett University in Leeds School of Arts. His research is centered on record production, audio education, popular music heritage, creativity, and cultural production in popular music. His book ‘Creativity in the Recording Studio: Alternative Takes’ was published in early 2019 by Palgrave MacMillan. @paulthompson81 Podcast information: Onesweetdreampodcast.com Onesweetdreampodcast@gmail.com @onesweetdreamdi @onesweetdreampodcast Patreon.com/onesweetdream
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Revisiting The Making and Breaking of the Fab 4 Image with Erin Torkelson Weber — With A New Postscript On the Episode Apr 04, 2023

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In this interview, Diana and Erin discuss the Fab 4 Myth—how it was constructed and how the Beatles tried to break free of it. They also discuss core ideas from Erin Torkelson Weber's book: Beatles and the Historians: An Analysis of Writings about the Fab Four. It also includes an all-new postscript at the end of the episode. Please check out Erin's book and her blog: https://beatlebioreview.wordpress.com/reviews-for-the-beatles-and-the-historians/ Website: Onesweetdreampodcast.com Email: Onesweetdreampodcast@gmail.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Onesweetdream) Twitter: @onesweetdreamdi IG: @OneSweetDreamPodcast
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Revisiting Creative Pairs With Joshua Wolf Shenk (Reprise With New Intro) Mar 29, 2023

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In this episode, Diana and Joshua Wolf Shenk, author of Powers of Two: Finding the Essence of Innovation in Creative Pairs, discuss the Lennon/McCartney partnership, and how they exemplify and light up many of the core tenets of creative pairings, which gives us new ways to think about their legendary partnership. This reprised version includes a new intro and reflections on the episode upfront (30 mins). It was originally recorded in September 2020.
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So May I Reintroduce To You: One Sweet Dream. Why We're Here, What's Next and The Aimee Mann Episode Mar 24, 2023

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This episode is jam-packed and full of goodies! Including meditations on the podcast — why it exists, what it's trying to do — and an announcement about what we're doing next, and reprised episode with Aimee Mann. I adore this episode, it was an honor to have her on One Sweet Dream, and she was full of stellar insights and observations about the band's dynamics — drawing on her own experiences working in bands, collaborations, and as a solo artist. In late 2022, Aimee was voted as one of the top ten greatest female songwriters of all time by American Songwriter Magazine readers: https://americansongwriter.com/american-songwriter-readers-vote-greatest-female-songwriters-of-all-time/ Follow Aimee at @realaimeemann All the Aimee Mann music used in the episode: Queens of the Summer Hotel: "Burn It Out" and "In Mexico" The Magnolia Soundtrack: "Save Me" Mental Illness: "Goose Snow Cone" I Am Sam (music from and inspired by the motion picture): "Two Of Us" with Michael Penn
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WTF Dear Friend? Conversations In Songs Series Feb 07, 2023

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In this episode, Host Diana Erickson and regular contributor Dr. Duncan Driver dig into Paul McCartney's commentary on the song, Dear Friend, from the book, The Lyrics. This episode considers the musical conversation between Lennon and McCartney at this time, in 1971, so God, How Do You Sleep, and Jealous Guy are all explored. Dear Friend is not only a beautiful song but an important one in the conversation between Lennon and McCartney in 1971—a time when their relationship was strained and spiraling. Diana and Duncan consider the context in which the song was created and what the song communicates. Books referenced: The Lyrics https://www.amazon.com/Lyrics-1956-Present-Paul-McCartney/dp/0241519330 Big thanks to Dr. Duncan Driver!
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