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Who Cares About the Rock Hall?

Joe Kwaczala & Kristen Studardcms.megaphone.fm
A podcast about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame hosted by comedians Joe Kwaczala and Kristen Studard. He's a long-time devotee. She's a skeptic. Join them as he attempts to get her (and their guests) to care about this institution. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.
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Episodes

New York Dolls w/ Roy Trakin

Former nominating committee member Roy Trakin returns to the show to advocate for the induction of proto-punk critical darlings the New York Dolls. Joe and Kristen also help Roy to fill out his official ballot. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 26, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 3Ep. 18

The Go-Go's w/ Evelyn McDonnell

Writer and advocate for more women in the Rock Hall Evelyn McDonnell returns to the show to discuss first-time nominees and groundbreaking all-female rock group The Go-Go's. Joe & Kristen also help Evelyn fill out her official Rock Hall ballot! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 19, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Tina Turner w/ Maureen Mahon

Professor and author of Black Diamond Queens Maureen Mahon joins Joe & Kristen to talk about the prospect of Tina Turner becoming the second female double inductee into the Rock Hall. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 12, 20211 hr 17 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Dionne Warwick w/ John Darnielle

John Darnielle of The Mountain Goats joins Joe & Kristen to advocate for the Rock Hall induction of legendary pop hitmaker Dionne Warwick. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 05, 20211 hr 27 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Mary J. Blige w/ Morgan Rhodes

Music supervisor and co-host of the Heat Rocks podcast Morgan Rhodes joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall potential of current nominee and queen of hip=hop soul, Mary J. Blige. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 26, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Remastered: Iron Maiden w/ Jimmy Pardo

With Iron Maiden making the ballot for the first time this year, we're re-releasing this classic episode about them from 2018. This is also the first guest appearance of our friend, comedian Jimmy Pardo. Episode has been REMASTERED, so you're getting song clip drops, boosted sound quality, and a shorter runtime! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 19, 202150 minSeason 3Ep. 13

2021 Nominee Announcement w/ Greg Heller

Joe reveals the 2021 Rock Hall nominees to co-host Kristen and friend of the show Greg Heller. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 10, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 3Ep. 12

2021 Nominee Draft w/ River Butcher, Jimmy Pardo, and Joey Devine

Fan favorite guests (and fellow comedian podcasters) River Butcher, Jimmy Pardo, and Joey Devine return to the show to draft who they think the 2021 Rock Hall nominees will be with Joe and Kristen. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 09, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 11

First Year Eligibles of 2021 w/ Brett Davis

Joe and Kristen welcome comedian Brett Davis to review the artists who made their debuts in 1995 and thus become eligible for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 05, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 3Ep. 10

The Bangles w/ Sophie Brookover

Librarian and curator of the culture recommendation newsletter "Two Bossy Dames" Sophie Brookover joins Joe and Kristen to advocate for the Rock Hall induction of arguably the biggest female rock group of the '80s, the Bangles. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Grace Jones w/ Daphne Brooks

Professor, critic, and author Daphne Brooks joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the potential Rock Hall future of androgynous style icon and pop innovator Grace Jones. Also discussed in this episode is Daphne's new book Liner Notes for the Revolution, as well as her own experiences attending induction ceremonies. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 22, 20211 hr 23 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Little Feat w/ Peter Ames Carlin

Author Peter Ames Carlin joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall potential of bluesy swamp rock band Little Feat. Peter also talks up his new book Sonic Boom, which chronicles the rise and dominance of Warner Bros. Records during the reign of legendary executive (and Rock Hall inductee himself) Mo Ostin. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 15, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Kate Bush w/ OUR SHADOWY INFORMANT

Joe and Kristen chat with their shadowy Rock Hall informant, once clumsily nicknamed "Deep Purple Throat," about the Rock Hall merits of reclusive and beloved British icon Kate Bush. There's of course a little insider Rock Hall talk, too. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 08, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Mariah Carey w/ Brittny Pierre

Pop culture journalist Brittny Pierre joins Joe and Kristen to talk the Rock Hall merits of '90s pop queen Mariah Carey. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 01, 20211 hr 21 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Link Wray w/ Dana Raidt

Author Dana Raidt joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall merits of "Rumble" guitar god (and subject of her new book) Link Wray. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 25, 20201 hr 18 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Outkast w/ Dr. Regina N. Bradley

Hip-hop scholar Dr. Regina N. Bradley joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall merits of those genre-defying ATLiens Outkast. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 18, 20201 hr 15 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Labelle w/ Craig Seymour

Music journalist Craig Seymour joins Joe and Kristen to talk about the Rock Hall merits of '70s funk-soul pioneers Labelle. We're back to doing artist-focused episodes, baby! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 11, 20201 hr 27 minSeason 3Ep. 2

NomCom Members Sandy Alouete & Karen Glauber

Music industry veterans Sandy Alouete and Karen Glauber join Joe and Kristen to talk about their experiences as current members of the Rock Hall nominating committee. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 04, 202057 minSeason 3Ep. 1

2020 Ceremony Season Is Finally Over, Thanks!

At long last, Joe and Kristen close the book on the 2020 Rock Hall inductions and express some thanks. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 27, 202017 minSeason 2Ep. 66

Producing the 2020 Inductions w/ Joel Gallen & Rick Krim

Director/producer Joel Gallen and "talent executive" Rick Krim join Joe and Kristen to talk about making this year's Rock Hall induction special. Also discussed in this episode is Joel's long history with directing induction ceremonies, as well as what was planned for this year's show before the pandemic hit. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 65

2020 Induction Special Review w/ Mike & Meghan Lloyd

Creator of the show's logo Mike Lloyd and his multi-talented wife Meghan join Joe and Kristen to review the 2020 Rock Hall induction special on HBO. A rare in-person recording, done outside and distanced! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 20201 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 64

Michael McDonald at Soundcheck

Joe and Kristen wonder what it would be like if the pandemic never happened and specifically, if Michael McDonald got to do a soundcheck ahead of a live induction ceremony. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 06, 202017 minSeason 2Ep. 63

What to Expect from the 2020 Induction Special w/ Troy Smith

Intrepid Rock Hall reporter Troy Smith (cleveland.com) joins Joe and Kristen to preview the upcoming 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Special. Also discussed in this episode are Troy's experiences in the induction ceremony press room, the curious nature of the Rock Hall Foundation, and of course, the singles category. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 30, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 62

Revisiting Notorious B.I.G. w/ Dr. Todd Boyd

Scholar, author, and documentary mainstay Dr. Todd Boyd joins Joe and Kristen to talk 2020 Rock Hall inductee Notorious B.I.G. Also discussed in this episode are Todd's early days as an MC in Detroit, hip hop's place in the Hall, and giving yourself a nickname. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 23, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 61

Revisiting Nine Inch Nails w/ Daphne Carr

Writer Daphne Carr (Pretty Hate Machine for the 33 ⅓ book series) joins Joe & Kristen to talk about 2020 Rock Hall inductees Nine Inch Nails. Also discussed in this episode is northeastern Ohio, the Experience Music Project, and mall staple retail chain Hot Topic. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 16, 20201 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 60

2020 Induction Guest Appearances w/ Andy Greene

Rolling Stone writer Andy Greene joins Joe & Kristen to discuss and speculate about the recently-announced guest appearances for the 2020 induction special. Also discussed in this episode is Andy's history of covering the Hall for Rolling Stone, the new Rolling Stone 500 albums list, and the no-show inductions of Dire Straits and Radiohead. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 09, 20201 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 59

Rolling Stone's 500 Best Albums w/ Joey Devine

Joe and Kristen welcome back frequent guest Joey Devine to talk about Rolling Stone magazine's new list of the 500 greatest albums. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 02, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 58

Revisiting Whitney Houston w/ Gerrick Kennedy

Joe and Kristen are joined by music journalist and author Gerrick Kennedy to have a new conversation about 2020 Rock Hall inductee Whitney Houston. Also discussed in this episode is Janet Jackson's induction, the controversial parenting styles of showbiz parents like Joe Jackson and Cissy Houston, and Gerrick's upcoming Whitney Houston book. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 20201 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 57

We're Back!

The hiatus is over, and Joe and Kristen are back. They discuss what's on schedule for the next few weeks of the podcast, leading up to the 2020 induction special. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18, 202038 minSeason 2Ep. 56

The 2020 Induction Ceremony Is Not Happening

Joe and Kristen discuss the cancellation of the 2020 Rock Hall induction, as well as some changes the institution itself should be making. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 202031 minSeason 2Ep. 55
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