Jagbags

Longtime Friends of Jagbags (FOJ) Chris Marcum and Colin Milroy join the program to debate the merits of the music of the Motor City rocker Bob Seger. Chris, a widely acclaimed Segerist and lifelong fan, takes the "pro" side, while Colin, an anti-Seger activist and organizer, takes the "con" side. They discuss all Seger's hit songs, live albums and film contributions, and in particular, "The Little Drummer Boy". They also take Len and Beave's Ultimate Seger Playlist and give each tune a letter grade. Tune in to hear assumptions being challenged and minds being changed!

In the latest recap episode, Len decides that he will have nothing more to do with the Chicago Bulls until further notice. Len further deplores the state of the Chicago Bears, though he does celebrate the continued improvement of Justin Fields. Beave celebrates the Cavs' third-place spot in the Eastern Conference while watching the Browns' playoff chances carefully and cautiously. We also talk about the book "The Killer Angels", college football and hoops highlights, and SO MANY album reviews. Tune in for expertise in every area!

The podcast is Jagbags. The subject is Mr. Steve Winwood. The verdict is EXPERTISE! Tune in for a lively discussion of the latest Facebook bracket, where we talk his solo work, plus the output as a member of Traffic, Blind Faith and the Spencer Davis Group as a teenage prodigy. What song do you think could win a bracket? Do you prefer his 80s output or his 70s songs? Is "Roll With It" annoying or great? Does he belong in the Rock Hall of Fame? Where does "Gimme Some Lovin'" rank all-time? These are the questions we tackle on Jagbags. Tune in now. Now! NOW!

On the latest recap episode, Beave and Len talk through Michigan's shattering defeat of Ohio State in The Game, the "box office flop" Strange World, Kacey Musgraves' "Star-Crossed", and argue over the current best teams in the NFL. Beave reviews albums by the Buzzcocks, Herbie Hancock, Devo, Pink Floyd and Elton John. Len talks through "Pinkerton" by Weezer, the Temptations' Greatest Hits, "Breakfast In America" by Supertramp, "Purple" by Stone Temple Pilots, and the best of Steely Dan. Tune In!

Factory Theater living legend Amy Seeley joins Len and Beave and they are NOT messing around! The subject is ABBA, and should you choose to listen, get ready for hilarity and more importantly KNOWLEDGE. They go through Abba's hits, and discuss what makes their music so timeless and universal. They favorably compare ABBA to the Beatles, which sends them on an outstanding tangent on the seminal Peter Jackson documentary "Get Back". They discuss ABBA's rightful place in the 70s music canon, and conclude the podcast with an in-depth look back at "ABBArama", Amy's monster hit show that both saluted ABBA and ruled the Factory (and Chicago) in the mid-90s. Hit "Listen", and then settle in because you will be thoroughly entertained for the next 90 minutes!

Len and Beave's latest recap episode reviews "Wakanda Forever", as well as Bruce Springsteen's new album "Only The Strong Survive". Len discusses Zach LaVine's dustup with coach Billy Donovan, and resumes his role as chief counsel for the Elect Billy Wagner to the Hall of Fame Committee. Beave reviews albums by Janis Joplin, Joni MItchell and Tracy Chapman, while Len goes through albums by Jack White, HAIM (sob!!) and.....(too distraught to continue with this podcast summary)

Two Swifties (Jessie Beyer and Rita Chandler) join Jagbags for a thorough discussion of the life and career of Taylor Swift. On the day where Beave risked life, limb and wallet to secure tickets for next year's Soldier Field show, Jessie and Rita talk through their favorite Taylor Swift albums and favorite songs. They talk about her latest LP, "Midnights", and rate their favorite songs from the record. They also talk about how they became Swifties, what they are hoping to see at the upcoming concert, and present their definitive 45-minute Taylor Swift playlist. Tune in for Ultimate Swift Expertise!

In the latest recap episode, Beave talks about the latest Star Wars series, "Andor", and provides his review. He also gives his final opinion on Robert Pirsig's "Zen & The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance". Len and Beave discuss the conclusion of the SNL character bracket and the shocking victory of "Wayne's World". Len recommends the latest issue of The New Yorker and its article on The Spice Girls. Beave reviews albums by Pink Floyd, the Beatles, New Order and the Beastie Boys. And Len talks Pete Yorn, Matthew Sweet, Janelle Monae and goddam BILLY SQUIER. Tune in!

In a Jagbags first, Len and Beave explore all things 1972 for you. They go through some of the best movies of the year (The Godfather, Deliverance), television (All In The Family, Sanford & Son), music (Bowie, Elton John, Deep Purple), sports (Lakers' first championship, Munich Olympics), and inventions (the Egg McMuffin! Atari games! MR. PIBB!). Take a walk down memory lane with the guys, and enjoy the nostalgia! Put some Jagbags in your ear!

In the latest recap episode, we talk sports, Fairleigh-Dickinson University and music as always! Len spends a LOT of time extolling the genius of BTO, to the chagrin of Diamond Listener Matt Engle. Beave decries the very existence of Pavement, and wonders how Rolling Stone can rank their album "Wowee Zowee" ahead of the Beatles' "Help". Len wonders about the health of Zach Lavine while exchanging texts with "Mattbags" host Matt Beyer about the one and only Red Rifle. Beave recommends the documentary "The Terry Kath Experience", and Len recomends "Hustle". Tune in!