Banned (in Boston) Songs
The BBC hates Phil Collins
Mar 17, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Middle Name Hercules
THE Rock and Roll Fan Theory Podcast. From two kids who've spent too much time imagining how one-off conversations between band members must have gone. Tune in every week for new tales of how the bands you might have heard of from the 60's, 70's and 80's made it big and came back down to earth.
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Episodes
Over-analyzing glam
Meagan and Hannah discuss the greatness of glam rock and spin their theoretical tires in the mud trying to figure out why it didn't come to the U.S. It was a dark and stormy night...
Feb 24, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 9
Covers: Who sang it best?
Thornton vs. Presley, Yardbirds vs. Zeppelin, Redding vs. Franklin? Devo vs. the Stones?!?! The list goes on.
Feb 08, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Songs to Stalk To: Creepy Hits of the 80's
'81 was a very bad year.
Dec 14, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 7
ROUND 2: Stones vs. Beatles
More on the supposed rivalry between two all-time greats. Also, an aside on the pronunciation of words.
Nov 16, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 6
ROUND ONE: Beatles V. Stones
Have shots been fired between Macca and Jagger? Listen now for approximately half the story!
Nov 02, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The Only Selena
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Meagan and Hannah discuss the meteoric rise and tragic death of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. Middle Name Hercules will be moving to a bi-weekly format. Check back every other Tuesday for new episodes!
Oct 19, 2021•49 min
FIRE: Universal Music Group
One of the largest incidents of loss in music history (in terms of music masters, not human life.)
Oct 03, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Elton John is Back
Stone cold sober as a matter of fact...
Sep 19, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 2
MIDDLE NAME HERCULES: Elton John Part 1
For the premier of Season 2, Meagan and Hannah finally discuss the namesake of the worst podcast you've ever heard.
Sep 11, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 1
USA! USA! USA! (Unpatriotic Songs)
Today we discuss two American anthems that aren't quite as victorious as they may sound at first. Get ready to hear about the day the music died.
Jul 04, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Elvis has left the podcast
We're talking about the King.
Jun 27, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Graceland: A Pilgrimage
Meagan and Hannah recount their visit to Graceland, the final resting place of Elvis.
Jun 20, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 32
The Who, Too. (The Who Part 2)
Today we conclude our overview of the Who's career. Angst abounds: body count 13.
Jun 08, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 31
The Flat: The Deaths of Cass Elliot and Keith Moon
Today we discuss two of rock and roll's most famous casualties. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts please visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or call 1-800-273-8255 (US). A list of international hotlines can be found at https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines. If you are struggling with addiction, please visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline or call 1-800-662-4357 (US).
May 29, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Who's on First? (The Who, Part One)
It's teen angst on amphetamines (except for Roger Daltrey, the Angry Man of Rock n' Roll.)
May 22, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Hey, Hey, LBJ... The Music of the Vietnam War
It was one of the darkest times in our collective history, and the majority of Americans had no idea of the scope of the damage done. Today we take a look at some of the songs that inspired a generation of young Americans to take to the streets in protest of the Vietnam War.
May 13, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Rolling Stones Part 2: Exile
I know it's only tax evasion, but I like it. Join us as we travel through time with the Rolling Stones.
May 05, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 27
The Hit Recording Capitol of the World
From Aretha Franklin and Wilson Pickett to the Rolling Stones and Lynyrd Skynyrd, join us on a visit to the two tiny studios that launched major hits throughout the 50's, 60's and 70's. Welcome to Muscle Shoals, AL; Hit Recording Capital of the World. The Swamp-a-Thon to benefit the Muscle Shoals Music Foundation (May 4, 2021): https://www.facebook.com/events/359349372178268.
Apr 27, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 26
The Rolling Stones Part 1: The Several Dangers of Pool
Today we examine the Rolling Stones formation and trajectory through the sixties. Body Count: 5.
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Con-tra-ver-sea-al: The "Like a Prayer" Music Video
Lil Nas X has caused a stir over the last few weeks when he released the "Montero (Call me By Your Name)" music video. It's not this first time people have been riled up by a 5 minute film, and it won't be the last. Today we discuss Madonna's 1989 video for "Like a Prayer," which remains one of the most controversial videos of all time. Youtube Channels referenced in this episode include: India Reacts: https://www.youtube.com/c/OhMyGoshIndia/featured Ayanna Cymone: https://www.youtube.com/channe...
Apr 13, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 24
WATCH ALONG! "Shock Treatment"
"Rip Rip Rip" today we're watching Richard O'Brien's follow-up to The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Mar 30, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 23
WATCH ALONG! "Rocky Horror Picture Show"
Meagan and Hannah watch one of their favorite movies, talk throughout.
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Poster Girl: Cher, Part 2
Today we conclude our coverage of Cher and discuss her lasting impact in music, film, fashion, and philanthropy.
Mar 16, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Full legal name: Cher, Part 1
The time has come! Today we discuss the first few decades of Cher's long career.
Mar 09, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
WATCH ALONG! "Phantom of the Paradise"
Recommended by Daniel. Enjoy a commentary of 1974's Phantom of the Paradise .
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 19
"Heeeeeere's Grace!": Grace Jones
Model, actress and musician Grace Jones is the focus of this week's episode. Plus we take a shallow dive into the world of disco.
Feb 23, 2021•40 min
Good Golly, Good Booty: Little Richard
An exceptional, controversial, and (at times) contradictory life. Here is our episode on the architect of Rock and Roll.
Feb 16, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Tina Turner: The One and Only
Today we feature one of rock and roll's brightest stars. Join us as we highlight Tina Turner.
Feb 08, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 16
What'd I Say? The Ray Charles Episode
Join us as we trace the foundations of rhythm and blues, tock and roll, and soul music, and how Ray Charles and other black artists helped to break down racial barriers during the Civil Rights movement of the 1960's and before.
Feb 02, 2021•49 min
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