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Punch Up The Jam

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Every Thursday, Andrew and Evan Gregory (of The Gregory Brothers) are joined by a special guest to revisit, review, and revise a song of their choice, and then offer an improved "punched-up" version.
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'Time After Time' by Cyndi Lauper (w/ Chris Fleming)

Hide your pocketwatches it's time for Time After Time the classic Cyndi Lauper tune about two clocks in love and lord of chaos Chris Fleming spilling so many beans !! someone help him with these beans !! it's been a long week UNPUNCHABLE JAM: 'Maria' by Blondie. SPONSORS: LiquidIV : Get 25% off at liquidiv.com and use code JAM at checkout. BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a ...

Oct 01, 202052 minEp. 128

Unpunchable Party Playlists (w/ Chris Fleming)

Former mole man Chris Fleming returns for an unhinged bonus episode including perfect party tunes and the quintessential fudge covered dance floor. SPONSORS: BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . LiquidIV : Get 25% off at liquidiv.com and use code JAM at checkout. Helixsleep : Get up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders and two free pillows at HelixSleep.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . Advertise on Punch Up The Jam with Gumball.fm . ...

Sep 17, 202034 minEp. 127

'Mr. Jones' by Counting Crows (w/ Chris Fleming)

Mr. Jones and me tell each other fairy tales by which I mean Chris Fleming and Miel explain why men should be banned from studying abroad and also Counting Crows. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Anywhere I Lay My Head' and 'Clap Hands' by Tom Waits. SPONSORS: ThirdLove : Find your perfect-fitting bra at thirdlove.com/JAM and get 15% off your first purchase. BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . Advertise on Punch Up The Jam wi...

Sep 03, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 126

'Running Up That Hill' by Kate Bush (w/ Chris Fleming)

Grease up those hooves, captain freaky Chris Fleming returns to radicalize Miel with KATE BUSH! UNPUNCHABLE JAM: 'Feeling So' by Shea Couleé. Sponsors: Helixsleep : Get up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders and two free pillows at HelixSleep.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP3 downloads of the punch ups Early access to the songs for upcoming episodes — Miel reads her f...

Aug 20, 202057 minEp. 125

'The Sweet Escape' by Gwen Stefani (w/ Akilah Hughes)

YEEHOO Akilah Hughes (host of What a Day , Akilah, Obviously! ) brings the 2006 classic that no one knows the name for proper litigation in the public square. The overlap in the GwenStefani/Akon venn diagram is just this song ok bye bye. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Sound & Color' by Alabama Shakes, and 'Irreplaceable' by Beyoncé. SPONSORS: Helixsleep : Get up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders and two free pillows at HelixSleep.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . Want...

Aug 06, 202050 minEp. 124

'Somebody That I Used to Know' by Gotye (w/ Chris Fleming)

Chaos king Chris Fleming is forced once more to try to get Miel out of her grouch can. Brigadoon, blu-ray, bi-weekly? Hop on the monorail to 2012. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Cola' by Arlo Parks, and 'Closer' by The Chainsmokers. Buy Miel's new album at bit.ly/touristseason . Check out Chris Fleming's song 'Sick Jan' at bit.ly/SickJan . Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP3 downloads of the punch ups Early access to the songs for upcoming episodes...

Jul 23, 202054 minEp. 123

'Heartbeats' by The Knife (w/ Ann Friedman & Aminatou Sow)

IT'S THE ONE POD TO BE CONFUSED. The Call Your Girlfriend podcast hosts Ann Friedman & Aminatou Sow join Miel to discuss the absolute gibberish Swedish hit: 'Heartbeats'. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'God Only Knows' by The Beach Boys, and 'Love Will Never Do (Without You)' by Janet Jackson. Check out Miel's new single: 'Must Be Fine' on Bandcamp . SPONSORS: Helix Sleep : Get up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows at helixsleep.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com...

Jul 09, 202042 minEp. 122

'I Wanna Dance With Somebody' by Whitney Houston (w/ David Gborie)

Whitney Houston ??? Can it be ??? Comedian David Gborie (host of All Fantasy Everthing ) returns under the guise of unpacking the patella shattering anthem but instead gets positively haunted. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Savior Complex' by Phoebe Bridgers, and 'Clorox Wipe' by Chromeo. SPONSORS: Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP3 downloads of the punch ups Early access to the songs for upco...

Jul 02, 20201 hr 12 minEp. 121

A Very Special Mielbag (w/ producer Marissa)

A quarantine-crazy Miel catches up with her producer for a chaotic tell-all. We answer listener questions about Miel's transition to being a solo host, moving New York, her new approach to hosting the podcast, how she met Rob Moose, tech troubles, and so much more. Thanks everyone for submitting your questions! Support Black Lives Matter! Petitions that haven't met their goal: https://pendingpetition.carrd.co/ Donate to black trans groups: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/blacktrans-queer Suppo...

Jun 18, 202058 min

'i2i' from A Goofy Movie (w/ Chris Fleming)

THE EPISODE WE'VE ALL (Miel has) BEEN WAITING FOR! A secret Prince song buried in a Disney movie? Miel nearly fainting on air? And of course, revisiting that famous part of A Goofy Movie where Goofy begs Max to...kill him? Hope you like a good time because BABY you're IN FOR ONE. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Crying On The Bathroom Floor' by MUNA. SPONSORS: BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . CAUSEBOX : Go to causebox.com/...

May 28, 202054 minEp. 120

'Iris' by Goo Goo Dolls (w/ Chris Fleming)

Sherbet King Chris Fleming returns for to discuss slow dance revolutionaries the Goo Goo Dolls and immediately abuses his new soundboard privileges. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Peaches' by Milk & Bone & Alex Lustig, and 'Bout De Toi' by Anemone. SPONSORS: BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . CAUSEBOX : Go to causebox.com/jam and use code JAM to get 30% off your first box. Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patro...

May 21, 202052 minEp. 119

'Hungry Like the Wolf' by Duran Duran (w/ Chris Fleming)

DePiglio wrangler Chris Fleming is back again to make Miel hyperventilate on air in a new wave fever dream. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Circle The Drain" by Soccer Mommy and "Stand Back" by Stevie Nicks. SPONSORS: BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . CAUSEBOX : Go to causebox.com/jam and use code JAM to get 30% off your first box. Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: ...

May 14, 202057 minEp. 118

MIXTAPE: Steamy and Dreamy

A Dream Pop Playlist for bathing? Miel is back with another isolation special and a 14 song soundtrack for your next shower bath or foot scrub. Please don't kiss your hands. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2L0WFWPR8SGIiaT6mV62Na?si=89TbrSEXSjC9f6RfdflKbA Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP3 downloads of the punch ups Early access to the songs for upcoming episodes — Miel reads her favorite comment on air Secret mixtapes ma...

May 07, 202025 minEp. 117

'What's Up' by 4 Non Blondes (w/ Chris Fleming)

Ooo OOO guest co-host Chris Fleming returns for the sway and scream anthem of the 90’s. WHAT’S GOING ON! UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Number One Fan" by Muna, and "What Happened to Us?" by Shura. SPONSORS: BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/JAM . Quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM . CAUSEBOX : Go to causebox.com/jam and use code JAM to get 30% off your first box. Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP3 downl...

Apr 30, 20201 hr 6 minEp. 116

'Sugar, We're Goin Down' by Fall Out Boy (w/ Chris Fleming)

All aboard the downtown luleelooround — temporary co-host Chris Fleming returns to unpack the emo shot heard around the world! Special punch up by Mree - Listen to more of her work on YouTube or Spotify . UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Ballad of Dorothy Parker' by Prince, and 'Maybe You're the Reason' by The Japanese House. SPONSORS: CAUSEBOX : Go to causebox.com/jam and use code JAM to get 30% off your first box. Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP...

Apr 23, 202057 minEp. 115

'I Want You' by Savage Garden (w/ Chris Fleming)

Chicka cherry cola with chicka cherry comedian Chris Fleming ! daring to discuss the extremely horny 90's bop during self isolation true magenta feelings hour ! UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Hey Rusty" by Lloyd Cole And The Commotions & "I'll See You In My Dreams" by Django Reinhardt. SPONSORS: BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/jam . Rothys : Check out all their sustainable shoes and bags at Rothys.com/JAM . Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the...

Apr 16, 202053 minEp. 114

'Smooth' by Santana (w/ Andrew Michaan)

Man it's a HOT one with Andrew Michaan (host of Podcast But Outside ) and Robby T and Santana and a whisper of the quarantine crazies. EXTREMELY special guest punch up by Ian Edgerly @ianedgerly on all platforms. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Motion Sickness" by Phoebe Bridges, and "September Song" by Agnes Obel. SPONSORS: CAUSEBOX : Go to causebox.com/jam and use the code JAM to get 30% off your first box. quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/jam . BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at ...

Apr 09, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 113

'Head Over Heels' by Tears for Fears (w/ Haley Blais)

SOMETHING HAPPENS... and we're recording remotely! FINALLY unpunchable indie tunesmith Haley Blais comes through digitally, sonically, emotionally. All credit to super producer Marissa for making this sound IMMACULATE she deserves a Costco hot dog!!! UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Iceblink Luck" by Cocteau Twins, and "After That" by Haley Blais. SPONSORS: quip : Get your first refill free at getquip.com/jam . BetterHelp : Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/jam . Want more Punch Up The Jam? Becom...

Apr 02, 202058 minEp. 112

PLAYLIST: Songs You Need Six Feet Of Room To Dance To

Breaking format this week to bring you a quarantine dance party mixtape! Enjoy stay inside and dance baby: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0M48R4Kc8zjND7qlIzAUoh?si=4gPbTLHcSDSWpwchEItn3w Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! You'll support the show plus perks like: MP3 downloads of the punch ups Early access to the songs for upcoming episodes — Miel reads her favorite comment on air Secret mixtapes made by Miel in a theme chosen by you Monthly bonus episodes discussing the mixtap...

Mar 26, 202024 minEp. 111

'Loser' by Beck (w/ Taylor Garron)

Get crazy with the cheez whiz, Taylor Garron (stand-up, editor at Reductress - @casualafro ) came by pre-quarantine for a lot of hot discussion... we talk a lot about what's hot... turns out... it's everything... ssssSOoOooOYYYyyY UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Little Fang' by Avey Tares Slasher Flicks, and 'Girl' by Beck. SPONSORS: Rothys : Check out all their sustainable shoes and bags at Rothys.com/JAM . ShipStation : Try ShipStation free for 60 days when you use offer code 'JAM'. ThirdLove : Go to third...

Mar 19, 202059 minEp. 110

'Dancing in the Dark' by Bruce Springsteen (w/ Kevin T. Porter)

The BOSS. Please don't be mad. King of the Springstans™ Kevin T. Porter (host of Inside Voices , Gilmore Guys , Good Christian Fun ) patiently gives Miel the full Bruce experience and for once Miel's perverted brain strikes gold. Special guest assist on the punch up! UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Cover Me" by Bettye Swann, and "Paul" by Big Thief. Check out Kevin's new podcast, Inside Voices , where he chats with other podcasters, learning how their shows were made and revisiting some highs and lows from t...

Mar 12, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 109

'Hey Jealousy' by Gin Blossoms (w/ Patrick Walsh)

Tell me do you think it'd be alright if friend/writer Patrick Walsh ( It's Always Sunny in Philedalphia , 2 Broke Girls - @thepatrickwalsh ) brought White Claws to the studio. The 1992 rollerskating king of Missouri himself (this will make sense after you listen) brings peak 90's garage rock and much, much more. Please be aware this episode contains discussion of suicide. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Drunk II" by Mannequin Pussy, and "No More "I Love You's"" by Annie Lennox. SPONSORS: Handy : Get your fir...

Feb 27, 20201 hr 15 minEp. 108

'I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)' by Meat Loaf (w/ Chris Fleming)

Meat Loaf, Chris Fleming (Boba Everyday Tour - @chrisfluming ), a one way ticket to hell, lost birds, egg related trauma, but mostly? An extremely good time with 20,467 tempo changes. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Love Thy Will Be Done" by Prince & Martika, and "Bad Habit" by Your Smith. SPONSORS: Shipstation : Try ShipStation free for 60 days when you use offer code JAM. Quip : Go to getquip.com/jam to save on gift sets and to get your first refill pack free with a refill plan. Want more Punch Up The ...

Feb 20, 20201 hr 17 minEp. 107

'Bette Davis Eyes' by Kim Carnes (w/ Andy Haynes)

"I'm completely sober and I have Bette Davis Eyes" Comedian Andy Haynes ( @imandyhaynes ) brings the 1981 classic and discovers it's... a spy extraction anthem? Bette Davis Eyes. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Fire on the Mountain" by Grateful Dead and "Ladyfingers" by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass. SPONSORS: Shipstation : Try ShipStation free for 60 days when you use offer code JAM. ThirdLove : Go to thirdlove.com/jam and get 15% off your first bra purchase. Quip : Go to getquip.com/jam to save on gift...

Feb 13, 202055 minEp. 106

'Material Girl' by Madonna (w/ Naomi Fry)

MADONNA. Naomi Fry (Staff writer at The New Yorker) finally brings Material Girl to the pod in all its stunning, conflicted chaos. Come for the energy, stay for the deep dive into the weight of capitalism. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "SICKO MODE" by Travis Scott, and "Look at Me Now" by Caroline Polachek. SPONSORS: ThirdLove : Go to thirdlove.com/jam and get 15% off your first bra purchase. Quip : Go to getquip.com/jam to save on gift sets and to get your first refill pack free with a refill plan. Want mo...

Feb 06, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 105

'Liquid Dreams' by O-Town (w/ David Sims)

FINALLY, the #1 song about nocturnal emissions. David Sims (Staff writer at The Atlantic , host of the Blank Check podcast - @davidlsims ) dares go where no guest has gone before, discussing maybe the most exploitive but certainly the dampest song to date. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "I Said Never Again (But Here We Are)" by Rachel Stevens, and "Tal Uno" by Barrie. SPONSORS: Quip : Go to getquip.com/jam to save on gift sets and to get your first refill pack free with a refill plan. Want more Punch Up The ...

Jan 30, 20201 hr 16 minEp. 104

'Lucky' by Britney Spears (w/ Chris Murphy)

This is a story about a girl named Britney. and Miel. and comedian Chris Murphy! ( Vuture, Reductress - @christress ). Bring all the energy you can muster because we ALSO have a new segment debut with our new weatherman, fan favorite Rob Moose! Guest punch up by Ian Edgerly — check out his Twitter @IanEdgerly and Tik Tok @Ianedgerly . UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Toast" by Koffee, "Waiting for Tonight" By Jennifer Lopez, and "Don't Start Now" by Dua Lipa. SPONSORS: Quip : Go to getquip.com/jam to save on ...

Jan 23, 20201 hr 13 minEp. 103

'Promiscuous' by Nelly Furtado ft Timbaland (w/ Bettina Campomanes)

It's 2006 at the high school dance and we are dancing so aggressively that the chaperones are afraid to make us stop. Electro-pop musician Bettina Campomanes ("Valiant Vermin" - @betthole ) joins AND does the punch up (!!!) like a Steve Nash level MVP. WARNING: this episode features a LOT of profanity, rage, AND the most incorrect understanding of a lyric ever recorded, listen responsibly. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "In The Key of Joy ft. Buddy" by Sergio Mendes & "Figure it Out" by Orla Gartland. SP...

Jan 16, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 102

'Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm' by Crash Test Dummies (w/ Ayo Edebiri)

MMM MMM what a tasty episode! #1 Crash Test Dümé Ayo Edebiri ( @ayoedebiri - Sunnyside, Comedy Central’s Up Next, Iconography podcast) brings the pentecostal, the dissociative realness, the great big time vibes with this hypnotic 90's hum anthem. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Peg" by Steely Dan, "Roam" by The B-52's, and "When I'm With Him" by Empress Of. Thank you to Pax for producing this week's punch up. Listen to more of his work here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4zcFWKKQiNFlCFIil3gXnq SPONSORS: Qu...

Jan 09, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 101

'Chop Suey' by System Of A Down (w/ Henri Bardot)

WE MADE IT! Podcast legend Henri Bardot (brother, musician) makes his debut to celebrate 100 episodes AND a very exciting announcement! YOU WANTED TO. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: "Indian Summer" by Riceboy Sleeps and "So Hot You're Hurting My Feelings" by Caroline Polachek. SPONSORS: Society6 : Get 30% off and free shipping when you use code JAM at s6.co/jam . Quip : Go to getquip.com/jam to save on gift sets and to get your first refill FREE with a refill plan. Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron...

Jan 02, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 100
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