Fight the power! In the second ep of Earbuddies, Mat and Tim consider the ramifications of Taylor Swift's opening gambit in her battle for control of her music. Is it a sea change for the music industry? Plus: a lot of gushing about great songwriting.

SONGS PLAYED:

Taylor Swift - Bad Blood

Taylor Swift - Fearless (Taylor's Version)

Taylor Swift - Love Story (Taylor's Version)

Taylor Swift - Fifteen (Taylor's Version)

Cardi B - Bodak Yellow

Taylor Swift - White Horse (Taylor's Version) 

Simon & Garfunkel - Bridge Over Troubled Water

Dolly Parton - I Will Always Love You

Taylor Swift - Tell Me Why (Taylor's Version)

SHOW AND TELL:

Tim: Taylor Swift - Holy Ground and Taylor Swift - Our Song

Mat: Taylor Swift - Delicate and Taylor Swift - Style (Live)

FURTHER READING:

All 173 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked by Rob Sheffield

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Call your congressman! In the inaugural episode of Earbuddies, Mat and Tim examine the moral panic brought about by Lil Nas X's latest music video – and consider parallels to Prince’s skill for courting controversy.

SONGS PLAYED:

Kiss - Prince

Lil Nas X - Old Town Road

Lil Nas X - Montero (Call Me By Your Name)

Prince - Gett Off

Prince - I Would Die 4 U

SHOW AND TELL:

Mat: Prince - 1999 and The Bangles - Manic Monday

Tim: Ramones - Pet Sematary

FURTHER READING:

Los Angeles Times: Lil Nas X's 'Montero' and the delight of yet another satanic panic

USA Today: Prince gave us the 'parental advisory' label

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Disclaimers:

Under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” of copyrighted material in a manner that constitutes quotation, criticism, review, parody, caricature, pastiche, and other legal copyright exceptions. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing.

Also, nobody actually sponsors Earbuddies. We're just joking.

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/earbuddies1580/donations

Any last words? It's the last ever ep of Grammar Matters and Stuff That Isn't Funny! Unforeseeable tragedy has prompted Mat and Tim to consciously uncouple from this particular podcast.But fear not: the fellas have a new show waiting in the wings! Continue to subscribe for new episodes of EARBUDDIES: a podcast at the intersection of music, culture, politics, and jokes. Thank you for your continued support!

It's an end-of-an-era ep! Mat and Tim begin by eulogizing the Apostrophe Protection Society, and consider the grim ramifications of its death (3:25). Then they tear through three more chapters of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (21:10). The episode concludes with an exclusive sneak peak at the new hit podcast MIND, BODY, & SWOLE by Matt Schimke and Luke Charley (44:00)! It's time to make some gains! BOOK CLUBBERS: In preparation for next week's episode, please read chapters 13, 14, 15, and 16 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis.

Dim the lights – here comes the steamiest ep yet! After profusely apologizing to their loyal-yet-disappointed listeners (1:15), Mat and Tim dive headfirst into THE SEX CHAPTER of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (12:00). Finally, the two buds mark four years of podcasting by paying homage to their first ever episode. (36:45) Now this is an awesome opportunity! BOOK CLUB BUDS: Please read chapters 10, 11, and 12 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis in preparation for the next episode.

Two weeks ago, the Wikimedia Commons Art Museum was robbed. The two men responsible have been on the run ever since. Now, one of the suspects has agreed to talk.

All units, be on the lookout for this fugitive ep! After an art heist gone wrong, Mat and Tim are on the run, so they have some advice to share on how to avoid the cops (4:30). Then they seize the moment to discuss anti-Irish sentiment that persists even in 2019 (23:15), before diving into chapter 4 through 6 of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (39:10)! Perception is reality, baby! BOOK CLUB BUDS: We invite you to read chapters 7, 8, and 9 in preparation for next week's episode. Today's sponsor: GrooveShark

A stealthy, sneaky ep has crept into your feed! Don't call the cops! Tim and Mat begin by voicing their frustration with – you guessed it – some dumb tweet (03:50). Then they unpack the first three chapters of "Girl, Wash Your Face" (18:45). Finally, they pull off their greatest caper yet: an art museum heist! (40:10). Now THAT'S good audio! Today's sponsor: NFL Free Agency Week

Congratulations – it's a healthy baby ep! After a brief verbal tirade, Mat and Tim offer up some advice for new parents (7:10). Then they explain why "Wizard People, Dear Reader" is the height of human cultural achievement (29:35), before announcing the first-ever Grammar Matters Book Club selection (45:15)! We invite you to come along with us as we read the #1 New York Times Bestseller, "Girl, Wash Your Face" by Rachel Hollis. Next week's discussion will focus on the first three chapters of the book. Enjoy!

Aw shucks, here's a ratio'd ep from Mat and Tim. They blew it! Today they discuss the concept of interpolation in popular music (04:10). Then, with a sigh, they delve into "cancel culture" on Twitter (25:25). Finally, they announce the start of the Grammar Matters Book Club! (42:15) Do you have a book you'd like us to read together, then discuss on the pod? Send your suggestions to us on Twitter at @grammarpod, or by using the hashtag #GrammarMattersBookClub. We'll announce our first book selection next week! Today's sponsor: The exclamation point in P!nk's name