In this episode, Chad and Alex discuss the cult classic movie Xanadu and its soundtrack. Alex, who had never seen the movie before, describes it as a fever dream with unexpected plot twists and stunning visuals. Chad, who saw the movie as a child, reminisces about his crush on Olivia Newton-John and the nostalgia he feels when watching the film. The soundtrack, featuring songs by Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) and Olivia Newton-John, is a standout aspect of the film, blending pop, rock, and disco. 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Xanadu filming locations

https://www.set-jetter.com/ontheset/xanadu

Going Back To Xanadu

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrp-4dqHECM

Xanadu: Rethinking a misunderstood masterpiece

https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20201214-xanadu-rethinking-a-misunderstood-masterpiece

Xanadu Preservation Society

https://oddlystupid.wixsite.com/xanadu

Juliana Hatfield: “I’m Alive” on Bandcamp

https://julianahatfield.bandcamp.com/album/im-alive-b-w-when-i-was-a-boy

Episode 24 playlist (Spotify)

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EiCoCMaYZ42vxqaT3P3QJ?si=ad35d337fa0c4a6b

Episode 24 playlist (YouTube)

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlmz7TgGjvb49fLCow8v43WPVxNBkrtBG

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction

05:07 Discussion of the movie

30:55 The Xanadu soundtrack

1:03:10 ONJ and ELO cover albums

1:08:00 Wrap-up

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