Songs My Ex Ruined

Chris Gethard on The Pogues’ “A Rainy Night in Soho” Mar 28, 2024

Comedian, author, and podcaster Chris Gethard joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about a song that prompts lingering questions for an ex and the oddity of becoming strangers with former partners. Then, Chris shares the loneliness of being a dad and discusses his new book, “Dad at Peace.”

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ENCORE! Erick Galindo on Maná’s “Oye Mi Amor” Mar 21, 2024

Encore episode! Writer, showrunner and podcast host Erick Galindo joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about Rock en Español, breakup songs to cry to on the dance floor, and reclaiming music and artists that were once ruined by an ex.

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Kelsey McKinney on Lin-Manuel Miranda's "Alexander Hamilton" Mar 14, 2024

Gossip queen and journalist Kelsey McKinney joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about an ex-roommate that ruined a song for her, JLo’s new film, and Kelsey’s podcast Normal Gossip. Then, she shares a generous behind-the-scenes look of what it’s like to work in a media co-op.

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ENCORE! Ivy Le on The Killers' “All These Things That I’ve Done” Mar 07, 2024

It's encore time! Ivy Le, comedian and host of the podcast FOGO, joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about The Killers and the song that made her rule them out for good.

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Madi Diaz on Joni Mitchell’s “The Last Time I Saw Richard” Feb 29, 2024

Music Artist Madi Diaz joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about how a break up that led to a cross-country road trip, haunted places, Harry Styles, and her new album “Weird Faith.”

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ENCORE! Upsahl on Radiohead's "High & Dry" Feb 22, 2024

Encore episode with guest Upsahl.

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Torres on Alicia Keys’ “Unthinkable” Feb 15, 2024

Mackenzie Scott, also known as musician Torres, joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about past selves, dancing in the kitchen, and her latest album. They also chat about the channeling anxiety experiences into songs.

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ENCORE! Maggie Serota on Thompson Twins' "If You Were Here" Feb 08, 2024

In this episode, we go back to Maggie Serota to talk about 90s romance, the disillusionment of a teen movie, and synth pop.

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Allison Wolfe on Love's "Can't Explain" Feb 01, 2024

Legendary musician Allison Wolfe (of Bratmobile, Sex Stains, Deep Lust, Cold Cold Hearts) joins Melissa and Courtney on SMXR’s 50th episode to talk about an “oh, why not” situationship that ruined two songs for her. Then they talk about riot grrl ephemera, pierogis, and the exciting reunion of Bratmobile and upcoming shows.

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ENCORE! Pamela Ribon on Jewel's "You Were Meant For Me" Jan 25, 2024

We go back to author and creator of the Oscar-nominated short film "My Year of Dicks" Pamela Ribon, who joins the show to talk about an ex's comedic twist to Jewel's 1996 hit "You Were Meant For Me."

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Will Hermes on a Grateful Dead bootleg from 1977 Jan 18, 2024

Music journalist Will Hermes joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about a double miss: a romantic connection and a legendary concert, and then they chat about drugs and rock ’n’ roll and getting geeky on music. Plus, they get into Will’s new book on Lou Reed.

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Marnie Stern on Neil Young's "Harvest Moon" Jan 04, 2024

Legendary guitarist Marnie Stern joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about a guy who ghosted and left her heartbroken for years. Then, they chat about discovering new artists back then versus now, being a mom while touring, and after 10 years, releasing her first LP The Comeback Kid.

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ENCORE! Lane Moore on Magnapop’s “Slowly, Slowly” Dec 28, 2023

This week is an encore episode! Writer, comedian and musician Lane Moore talks about the specific heartbreak that is sharing a favorite song with an ex, only to be met with a catastrophic breakup. Plus, we talk about Lane’s new book, You Will Find Your People: How to Make Meaningful Friendships as an Adult.

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Abigail Barlow on Justin Bieber's "Christmas Love" Dec 21, 2023

Abigail Barlow, who won a Grammy for her unofficial Bridgerton musical album, joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about two songs (out of many) ruined by boys and why she stans Justin Bieber. Then they talk about losing momentum after going viral and her forthcoming album Princess Pop. BONUS: There's a special treat at the end of this episode so be sure to stick around!

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Mirror, Mirror (from Princess Pop, coming out in 2024)
Instagram, TikTok
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Kyle Gordon on Take That's "Back for Good" Dec 14, 2023

Comedian Kyle Gordon joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about falling out of a friendship with another comic, his influences for his debut album, and country girl power anthems.

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Ronald Young Jr. on Lil Wayne’s “A Milli” Dec 07, 2023

Podcaster Ronald Young Jr. joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about an ex who not only ruined a song but the artist who made that song. Then, they get in-depth about Ronald’s experience in asking vulnerable questions about weight, relationships, and curiosity over confrontation.

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J’na Jefferson on Justin Timberlake’s “That Girl” Nov 30, 2023

Journalist J’na Jefferson joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about a first ex that takes us through a wang-dang-doodle journey (oh, it's a JOURNEY journey) and how to set boundaries. Plus, they delightfully chat about the b-word in music.

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ENCORE! K.Flay on Big Thief’s “Paul” Nov 22, 2023

This week is an encore episode! Singer-songwriter K.Flay joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about not one, but two records that transport her back to past experiences, both good and even scary. Plus, we bring you a specific word to describe the feeling of sentimental sadness.

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Will Taylor (Flyte) on Jackson Browne's "Late for the Sky" Nov 16, 2023

Flyte’s Will Taylor joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about a specific song that he’s ritualized for break ups, the influence of teen-girl fandom in the music industry, and artist collaborations. Then they chat about Flyte’s current tour.

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TJ Alexander on Type O Negative’s “Love You to Death” Nov 08, 2023

Author TJ Alexander joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about a favorite song ruined by a bad movie date, early 2000s metal, and finding belonging in goth culture. Then TJ discusses their spicy, rom-com novels.

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Jane Marie on Modest Mouse's "Float On" Nov 01, 2023

Podcaster Jane Marie joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about an ex from a band with some major hits, the early days of Lollapalooza, and The Dream’s latest season investigating life coaching and wellness culture. They also chat about Jane Marie’s forthcoming book.

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Daniel Gumbiner on Bon Iver's "Blood Bank" Oct 25, 2023

Daniel Gumbiner on Bon Iver’s “Blood Bank”

Author Daniel Gumbiner joins our hosts Melissa and Courtney to talk about heartbreak from his college years and a highly-selective, eclectic secret club. Then they chew on closure letters and his latest novel’s structure around California’s wildfires.

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BOOK: Fire in the Canyon on Bookshop
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ENCORE! Gianmarco Soresi on Spice Girls' "Wanna Be" Oct 18, 2023

This week is an encore episode! Comedian Gianmarco Soresi joins Courtney and Melissa to discuss the loss of innocence that occurred at a Spice Girls concert.

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Maddie Zahm on Muna's "Silk Chiffon" Oct 11, 2023

Musician Maddie Zahm joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about different timelines in queer love. Then they go into what led to “Fat Funny Friend,” fat visibility on TikTok, religious trauma, and antidepressant latte.

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Introducing: Have You Heard This One? Oct 10, 2023

A new podcast from Nevermind Media!

Have You Heard This One? is a sound-rich anthology series that uses intimate storytelling, deep research, and creative sound design to tell the stories of the overlooked artists, fascinating characters, under-represented voices, lost-to-history events, and forgotten chapters of some of the greatest music stories that are rarely told. Episodes are hosted by journalists, podcasters, and fans, and take listeners on a deep dive into tales of music lore they might otherwise not encounter.

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V V Brown on Teedra Moses's "Be Your Girl" Oct 04, 2023

Music Artist V V Brown joins our hosts to talk about a shocking incident with a narcissist. Then they chat about family time with TikTok recipes and her upcoming album release, Am I British Yet?

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Doree Shafrir on Katy Perry's "Teenage Dream" Sep 27, 2023

Doree Shafrir, author and host of Forever35, joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about hot men and their taste in music, workout playlists from upbeat songs to Gregorian chants, and of course, the popular podcast Forever35.

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ENCORE! Gabe Mollica on Zac Brown Band's "Colder Weather" Sep 20, 2023

This week is an encore episode! Comedian Gabe Mollica shares a song ruined by an ex and an ex-friend and the story behind his one-man show, "Solo: A Story About Friendship"

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Website

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Lola Kirke on KISS’s “Beth” Sep 13, 2023

Country Music Artist Lola Kirke joins our hosts Melissa and Courtney to talk about a rock star’s phone call, her passion for country music, and summer camp friendship with Elle King. They also discuss genre-labeling and its history.

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Niko Stratis on Death Cab for Cutie's "Steadier Footing" Sep 06, 2023

Culture writer Niko Stratis joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about small town romance that isn't like a Hallmark movie. Then they discuss the 20th Anniversary of Death Cab for Cutie's Transatlanticism and Niko's recently launched music podcast Blue Eyes Crying By The Chips, which SMXR listeners will want to add to their queue.

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Jenny Owen Youngs on The Flamingos' “I Only Have Eyes for You” Aug 23, 2023

Jenny Owen Youngs, singer-songwriter and host of multiple podcasts, joins Melissa and Courtney to talk about a ruined wedding song, a Coldplay record, and what it was like to continue working with her ex. Then, she reflects on the vulnerability of her upcoming album.

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Introducing Crimes of the Heart with Rory Uphold Aug 16, 2023

This week, we would like to introduce you to Crimes of the Heart with Rory Uphold. It's a love and dating podcast with a true crime twist. In this episode, musician Betty Who and Rory Uphold talk revenge, true love, monogamy and coming out as Queer. For more information, visit the website: crimesoftheheartpod.com

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Dan Solomon on The Cure’s “A Letter to Elise” Aug 09, 2023

Author and Texas Monthly Senior Editor Dan Solomon joins our hosts Courtney and Melissa to talk about his teenage break-up story with a letter and how teen boys express themselves. We also get a glimpse into his debut YA novel, The Fight for Midnight. Available on our bookshop.org page.

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Sadie Dupuis on the entire Matador Records catalog from the '90s Aug 02, 2023

Musician Sadie Dupuis (Speedy Ortiz) flips the script on Courtney and Melissa with how she ruined songs for an ex, by way of revenge micro-fame. Plus, we hear about the craft of songwriting and poetry.

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Whitney Matheson on Portishead’s album ‘Dummy’ Jul 19, 2023

Writer Whitney Matheson joins the podcast to talk about a 1994 album that became the go-to for making out on dorm room beds in college. Plus, we talk about why you probably want to avoid outdoor sex.

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Rory Uphold on Adele’s “Hometown Glory” Jul 12, 2023

Rory Uphold, multi-hyphenate and podcast host of 'Crimes of the Heart,' joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about a yearslong on-and-off relationship that came to a heartbreaking — and temporary — end during a summer in Chicago.

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Erick Galindo on Maná’s “Oye Mi Amor” Jul 05, 2023

Writer, showrunner and podcast host Erick Galindo joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about Rock en Español, breakup songs to cry to on the dance floor, and reclaiming music and artists that were once ruined by an ex.

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Molly Prentiss on Peter Bjorn and John’s “Young Folks” Jun 28, 2023

Writer and author Molly Prentiss talks about a mid-2000’s song that epitomized her time in Brooklyn as a 20-something-year-old. Plus, we talk about Molly’s newest book, fittingly called “Old Flame.”

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K.Flay on Big Thief’s “Paul” Jun 14, 2023

Singer-songwriter K.Flay joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about not one, but two records that transport her back to past experiences, both good and even scary. Plus, we bring you a specific word to describe the feeling of sentimental sadness.

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Eric Silver on Mumford & Son's cover of “The Boxer” Jun 07, 2023

Eric Silver, head of creative at the podcast company Multitude, joins the show to talk about an ex who created the single most devastating mixtape for him and titled it “Sad Songs for Eric.”

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Rachel Brodsky on Broken Social Scene’s “Lover’s Spit” May 31, 2023

Rachel Brodsky, writer and editor at Stereogum and co-host of the podcast *IN SYNC, joins the show to talk about how a moment at a Broken Social Scene concert in New York City led to a starry-eyed, romanticized relationship with someone who later revealed their true colors.

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Lane Moore on Magnapop’s “Slowly, Slowly” May 03, 2023

Writer, comedian and musician Lane Moore talks about the specific heartbreak that is sharing a favorite song with an ex, only to be met with a catastrophic breakup. Plus, we talk about Lane’s new book, You Will Find Your People: How to Make Meaningful Friendships as an Adult.

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Kristen Meinzer on the Bee Gees’ “How Deep is Your Love” Apr 26, 2023

Kristen Meinzer, co-host of the podcast How to Be Fine, talks about a bad college relationship that revealed a problematic meaning behind the 1977 song “How Deep Is Your Love.”

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Jesse Sparks on Disclosure and Sam Smith’s “Omen” Apr 19, 2023

Jesse Sparks, editor at Eater.com and host of The One Recipe, joins the podcast to talk about a song that transports him back to a New York summer of love, first times, and Fireball and Dark ‘N Stormies.

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Fenne Lily on Donny Hathaway’s “Jealous Guy” Apr 12, 2023

Singer-songwriter Fenne Lily talks about a track that reinvigorated her connection to music… but also reminds her of the ups and downs of a pandemic relationship.

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Ivy Le on The Killers' “All These Things That I’ve Done” Apr 05, 2023

Ivy Le, comedian and host of the podcast FOGO, joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about The Killers and the song that made her rule them out for good.

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Alison Riley on PJ Harvey's album 'Stories From the City, Stories From the Sea' Mar 29, 2023

Recipe for Disaster author Alison Riley talks about a breakup that led to the ruin of nearly all of PJ Harvey's catalog... plus, the meal that got her through it.

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Kate Lindsay on Beach House's "Take Care" Mar 22, 2023

"Embedded" writer Kate Lindsay joins Courtney and Melissa to talk about a playlist that brought her and an ex together while thousands of miles apart.

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Glen Matlock on Stevie Wonder's "My Cherie Amour" Mar 15, 2023

Sex Pistols' original bassist Glen Matlock talks about Stevie Wonder's 1969 track "My Cherie Amour" and discusses his new music.

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Pamela Ribon on Jewel's "You Were Meant For Me" Mar 08, 2023

Author and creator of the Oscar-nominated short film "My Year of Dicks" Pamela Ribon joins the show to talk about an ex's comedic twist to Jewel's 1996 hit "You Were Meant For Me."

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Robin Hopkins on Ben Folds Five's "Brick" Mar 01, 2023

Well...Adjusting podcast host Robin Hopkins breaks format by talking about not one, but two songs an ex ruined for her, "Brick" by Ben Folds Five and "Thin Line Between Love and Hate" by Annie Lennox

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Upsahl on Radiohead's "High & Dry" Feb 22, 2023

Maggie Serota on Thompson Twins "If You Were Here" Feb 15, 2023

Gabe Mollica on Zac Brown Band's "Colder Weather" Feb 08, 2023

Comedian Gabe Mollica shares a song ruined by an ex and an ex-friend and the story behind his one-man show, "Solo: A Story About Friendship"

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Delia Cai on Local Natives' "Who Knows Who Cares" Feb 01, 2023

Author and Vanity Fair reporter Delia Cai swings by the show to talk about a Local Natives song and her new book Central Places

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Kether Donohue on Phil Collins' "In the Air Tonight" Jan 25, 2023

You're The Worst actor Kether Donohue talks about the best (or is that the worst?) soundtrack to hot tub sex

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Big Joanie's Estella Adeyeri on Mitski's "Happy" Jan 18, 2023

Big Joanie bass player Estella Adeyeri swings by to talk about how Mitski's "Happy" was * almost * ruined by an ex but she refused to let it

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Amanda Montell on Litany's "Bedroom" Jan 11, 2023

Word Slut and Cultish author and Sounds Like a Cult podcaster Amanda Montell talks about a song that was ruined by an ex after a very adult situation was interrupted

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Rozzi on Natalie Imbruglia's "Torn" Jan 04, 2023

Singer Rozzi joins Courtney and Melissa to discuss a breakup that nearly took Natalie Imbruglia's "Torn" down with it

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Annick Adelle on Barry Manilow's "Looks Like We Made It" Dec 28, 2022

Comedian Annick Adelle talks about recording a live comedy album and why it's impossible to listen to "Looks Like We Made It" the same way after a breakup

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Nabil Ayers on Human League's "Don't You Want Me" Dec 21, 2022

Author and music exec Nabil Ayers talks about the songs you don't want to hear in a locker room

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Naomi Cowan on Usher's "Burn" Dec 14, 2022

Singer Naomi Cowan talks about the song that no one should ever send their girlfriend

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Gianmarco Soresi on Spice Girls "Wannabe" Dec 07, 2022

Fresh off his Late Late Show debut, comedian Gianmarco Soresi joins Courtney and Melissa to discuss the loss of innocence that occurred at a Spice Girls concert

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Avery Trufelman on Grizzly Bear's "Yet Again" Nov 30, 2022

It's a story as old as time: girl meets boy...in college. They fall in love. They talk about having sex. And that conversation absolutely ruins a song forever.

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