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July 09, 2024 The B-52’s: The B-52’s (1979) Ep. 198
These podcast episodes are like our children; we'll never admit which one we like more. But for all you Venmo cheapos that cashed at the loser table, we'll admit that this is the best podcast about the B-52s and their self-titled album.

But before we get to the music, we prove that we're not completely tone-deaf and hold the final four for the best DVD tournament. Fuck you, Jobu, we'll do it ourselves. We also talk golf, tipping on a gift card, and explore life's possibilities like we are skinny and jacked!

Then at (51:00) we cover one of the first albums you could have been conceived to, the B-52's. We discuss new-wave rock, the isolated vocals from Love Shack, and Fred Schneider's famous character on SNL, the Fredmeister. Freeeeeddddd. The Fredmeister. Fredalama. Freedddddddd making top 500 albums and making copies. Fredaroooonie! Fredalamdingdoing. It's called the Moon. Moonorama!! But eventually, we must say Aloha to this bit.

We know it's summer, babe, but next week will be a flame throwa when we become the best Pavement podcast and discuss the indie rock album Slanted and Enchanted.

1 hr 27 min
July 02, 2024 The Beatles: Meet the Beatles! (1964) Ep. 197
This episode might be a fever dream, or it might actually be the best podcast about the Beatles and the 197th greatest album of all time, Meet the Beatles.

In preparation for the album, we reveal which Beatles member wrote most of the band's hits or some derivative of that question. Then we talk about apricot mallow plants, the proper way to eat a chicken wing, and Hulk Hogan's Real American Beer...brother! We also pulled a Home Alone at the baseball game and took the podium as the best Olympics podcast by discussing Olympic costumes.

Reeee-LAX, it won't be long until (53:00) minutes into this episode when we let Beatlemania run wild on you and Meet the Beatles. We discuss the Beatles' perspective on music, Smokey Robinson's influence on the Beatles, and the best songs from the British Invasion.

If you were looking for a podcast episode full of hero worship, it's not this puppy. But next week will be a new wave when we become the best podcast about the B-52s and their debut self-titled album.
1 hr 36 min
June 25, 2024 Robyn: Body Talk (2010) Ep. 196
Have you ever heard of a sad banger named Sir Isaac Newton? If not, you should check out the best podcast about Robyn and the 196th greatest album of all time, Body Talk.

But before we get to the album, we take a voicemail from the OG of complimentary movies, who shares an affordable approach to golf and weddings. We also talk pickup basketball, introverted extroverts, pull tabs, and then take a long walk that might require some Gold Bond.

Then at (54:00) we dance to the beat of Robyn and her electropop album, Body Talk. We discuss cup-stacking rhythms, wedding songs, and the best bands from Sweden. Siri, remind our listeners to watch the Eric Prydz Call on Me Video in 30 minutes. It's the definition of titillating.

It won't be long until next week when we become the best podcast about the Beatles and cover the 1964 album Meet the Beatles.
1 hr 32 min
June 18, 2024 Leonard Cohen: Songs of Leonard Cohen (1967) Ep. 195
Yo, sound the bell, school's in, sucker! Just don't tell your parents that you listened to the best podcast about Leonard Cohen and the 195th greatest album of all time, Songs of Leonard Cohen.

Before we get to the album, real recognizes real when we talk about the Dunkin' Dutchman's feet, yoga statues, and birthday celebrations. We also discuss card collecting, altering your shorts, and of course...Craigslist Waterbeds!

If you thought the first half of this podcast sucked, hopefully, we can make up for it by bringing out the Ole Lion mascot for a quick halftime show. Oooh lah lah!
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Then at (1:05:00) we tell some stories of the street and discuss Songs of Leonard Cohen. We cover Leonard Cohen's poetry and musicality and then say good riddance with a list of the best songs about saying goodbye.

Come hang with me next week when we become the best Robyn podcast, and cover her 2010 electropop album, Body Talk. No Coco!
1 hr 45 min
June 11, 2024 Micheal Jackson: Bad (1987) Ep. 194
If you categorize this episode, you would call it the best podcast about Michael Jackson and the 194th greatest album of all time, Bad. You could also call it an SEO scam about the best podcast that gives me a list of albums I can listen to (Reddit confirmed).

But before we get to the album, we go deep into the ocean, Titanic style, to talk about cool school teachers, the top 10 country songs of all time, and the MJ touring musical. We also become the best Dungeons & Dragons podcast when we unveil a campaign starring the handyman.

Then at (51:00), we discuss Michael Jackson's 1987 album, Bad. We cover Michael Jackson versus Prince, the worst video games (featuring Moonwalker), and the best songs featuring the THX sound.

Next week's episode will feature our master song when we become the best Leonard Cohen podcast and discuss his contemporary folk album, Songs of Leonard Cohen.
1 hr 24 min
June 04, 2024 Creedence Clearwater Revival: Willy and the Poor Boys (1969) Ep. 193
Some folks are born with silver spoon in hand, and some folks are co-hosts on the best podcast about Creedence Clearwater Revival and the 193rd greatest album of all time, Willy and the Poor Boys.

But before we get to the album we give you a little treat from Big Daddy when we discuss employment qualifications at the Mustang Ranch, agave distillate subscriptions, and the best movies from 1994. Then we head to the store to buy some travel souvenirs and condoms, and it's all business, like changing a tire.

Then at (1:04:00) we take a trip down on the corner to discuss CCR's swamp rock album from 1969, nice. We discuss concept albums, Lead Belly, and get up and down on a list.

Next week's episode is Bad, but at least it's the best Michael Jackson podcast.
1 hr 32 min
May 28, 2024 Beastie Boys: Licensed to Ill (1986) Ep. 192
We are the best podcast about Licensed to Ill. A great fatboys story, the Rock and Roll hall of fame and some native plants. You shut up and listen to this ep.
1 hr 50 min
May 21, 2024 Etta James: At Last! (1960) Ep. 191
Don't get it twisted, according to the transitive property this is the best podcast about Etta James and the 191st greatest album of all time, At Last! Our piece de resistance if you will.

This podcast is also the last refuge of the desperate when we sit down at the loser table to discuss the best Sublime songs, the Mouth of the South Jimmy Hart, and whether all sour drinks have egg whites. We also chat about lunch specials, and there's some meat on this bone.

Trust in me, at (55:00) we finally get to Etta James's debut album, At Last! We chat about Chess Records, the best R&B voices, and the most outrageous music take of all time.

Next week you need to fight for your right to listen to the best Beastie Boys podcast when we cover License to Ill.
1 hr 22 min
May 14, 2024 The Who: Tommy (1969) Ep. 190
Can we ask an honest question, is there anything worse than being the best podcast about The Who and the 190th greatest album of all time,Tommy? But let's put a pin in that question for now.

Before we get to the album we'll pick you up for a night of trivia about youth baseball coaching, co-worker interactions, and Paisley Park. We also become the best podcast about opera when we discuss the Metropolitan Opera House, pre-ordering drinks at intermission, and tenors who get their balls eaten by wild boars. Remember, everything you hear on this podcast must be true!

Then at (1:02) we become pinball wizards and talk about The Who's 1969 rock opera, Tommy. We chat about why we don't like rock operas, discuss the best rock opera albums, and then bail on this episode at intermission.

Trust in me, next week is going to bring some stormy weather when we become the best Etta James podcast and cover her debut studio album, At Last.
1 hr 29 min
May 07, 2024 Sleater-Kinney: Dig Me Out (1997) Ep. 189
Finally!!! the Dunkin' Dutchman and Indie Rock...have come back...to Beck Did it Better, with the best podcast about Sleater Kinney and the 189th greatest album of all time, Dig Me Out.

Before we get to the album we dive into the nether regions of dynamic pricing at the Mustang Ranch, social events interrupting the big game, and some deviant art for all you UFC scum. We also prove that this is the best music podcast of 2024 when we talk jazz club etiquette, a family concert with AJR, and Bay Area food rappers.

Then if you hit the 15 second skip button 256 times to (1:04:00) it's enough to hear our take on Sleater-Kinney's 1997 album, Dig Me Out. We cover the punk bands that inspired Sleater-Kinney, bands that didn't have a bass player, and the best songs from band members who dated and broke up.

For those of you who aren't 43-year-old males we suggest you unplug this podcast and plug it back in next Tuesday for an amazing journey when we become the best podcast about The Who and their 1969 rock opera, Tommy. Happy Friday!
1 hr 49 min

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Beck Did It Better is a comedy podcast where we discuss the top 500 albums of all time as decided by Rolling Stone magazine. We don’t know the Beatles from the Beach Boys, but we are here to talk…