Shoving Wilco

We are back with Charles Harris, a professional photographer who has photographed dozens of Wilco concerts over the years. In this episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd Rossnagel continues his conversation with Charles, exploring the unique perspective of seeing the band "through the lens of a camera."

This is the second installment of a two-part series with Charles. Charles shares his personal journey as a lifelong fan of Wilco and how his passion for photography intertwined with his love for the band. He also reflects on the exhilarating experience of capturing the raw energy and emotions of Wilco's live performances. 

He also recounts a heartwarming story from a recent Wilco concert, photographing Pat Sansone. As the story unfolds, listeners will feel the energy and get a true sense of the familial bond between Wilco and the audience.

You can find more of Charles’ work by ⁠heading here⁠. You can also head over to his ⁠Communication Arts Profile⁠. Charles is also on Instagram and can be found at @charles_harris_photo

In a previous episode, Charles references a specific photo that Spencer Tweedy referenced. ⁠Check out that photo⁠. As for a favorite Wilco photo from Charles? He says ⁠this one⁠ is a fav.

Want to reach the show? Send us an email: [email protected]

In this episode of Shoving Wilco," a podcast dedicated to celebrating the music and legacy of Wilco, we visit with legendary photographer Charles Harris. For over two decades, Charles has been documenting the band's journey through his lens, capturing their essence and creating iconic images that have become synonymous with Wilco's visual identity.

We will explore how his passion for photography and Wilco intertwined, leading him on a serendipitous path that would forever connect him to Wilco. Charles shares a series of remarkable stories — from a random email that completely changed the trajectory of his career to an unforgettable Wilco concert, that was historical in nature, yet, Charles left his camera in the car! 

Prepare to be engrossed and captivated as we dive deep into Charles Harris's unique perspective and his love of Wilco. His anecdotes and experiences offer listeners an intimate glimpse into the band's world, both on and off stage. You'll gain a new appreciation for the artistry and passion that drives both the musicians and those who capture their essence through the lens.

You can find more of Charles’ work by heading here. You can also head over to his Communication Arts Profile. Charles is also on Instagram and can be found at @charles_harris_photo

In the show, Charles references a specific photo that Spencer Tweedy referenced. Check out that photo. As for a favorite Wilco photo from Charles? He says this one is a fav.

Want to reach the show? Send us an email: [email protected]

Want to reach the show? Send us an email: [email protected]

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Welcome back to another episode of Shoving Wilco, the podcast that celebrates the music of Wilco. In this episode, we continue to traverse through the discography of Wilco.

Host Todd Rossnagel and guest Tim Arnold break down the last three albums released by Wilco: Schmilco, Ode To Joy, and the very latest from Wilco, Cruel Country.

What songs are their starters, their bench players and which songs will they cut? Tune in to find out.

Thank you for tuning in to Shoving Wilco, the podcast that celebrates the extraordinary music of Wilco. Stay tuned for more episodes. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode.

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In this episode of Shoving Wilco, host Todd Rossnagel is joined by Tim Arnold and they continue to traverse their way through the Wilco discography. In this episode, they discuss three of Wilco's most acclaimed albums: Wilco (The Album), The Whole Love, and Star Wars.

If you were to chunk out the Wilco discography, these three albums would be the 3rd quarter of the football game. (We know they produced other albums!) In this episode, Todd and Tim dissect their favorite cuts from each album, discuss where they were when they were released, and share their thoughts on Wilco's evolution as a band.

We discuss the origins of Wilco (The Album), and how it marked a departure from the band's previous sound and the unique songwriting of Jeff Tweedy, and how he's able to capture the complexities of the human experience in his lyrics.

Thank you for joining us on Shoving Wilco, the ultimate podcast for Wilco fans and music enthusiasts alike. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on your favorite podcast platform to stay up to date with the latest episodes.

Until next time, keep shoving Wilco!

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In this episode, host Todd Rossnagel takes a break from the journey through the discography of Wilco to discuss the theology of Wilco. He is joined by Rev. Chad Brooks, a pastor in the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church and based in Alexandria, Louisiana. Rossnagel and Brooks discuss the theology of Wilco's amazing song, "A Shot in the Arm," and specifically a moment in the song at one particular concert in Mississippi.

The conversation explores the themes of faith, hope, and redemption in Wilco's music, and how these themes can be relevant to people of all faiths. As Brooks shares, every single time when we want things to change, we realize that the change is already inside of us. And as Rossnagel shares, the line, "What you once were isn't what you want to be any more," is our call to continually seek transformation.

This is a fascinating and thought-provoking episode that will appeal to fans of Wilco, people of faith, and anyone interested in the intersection of music and spirituality.

Welcome back to Shoving Wilco! In this episode, entitled "2nd Quarter: The Golden Years," Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold continue their journey through the Wilco discography. This time, they're breaking down some of the band's most iconic albums - Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, A Ghost is Born, and Sky Blue Sky.

Using their signature "Start, Bench, Cut" method, Todd and Tim will each pick a favorite song from each album. Will they agree on their choices or spark a heated debate? You'll have to tune in to find out!

And as always, they want to hear from you! Be sure to contact the show, rate the podcast, and share it with a fellow Wilco fan. Don't miss this exciting episode of Shoving Wilco - it's the perfect soundtrack for your day.

In this episode of "Shoving Wilco," Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold engage in a comprehensive analysis of the initial three albums of Wilco, namely, "AM," "Being There," and "Summerteeth." Employing the methodology of "Start, Bench, Cut," the hosts invite the audience to identify a song from each of the three albums that they would "start" (a personal favorite), "bench" (an underrated gem), or "cut" (a less favored song).

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Join Todd Rossnagel and his good friend, Tim Arnold, as they dive into the sound of Wilco in this episode of Shoving Wilco, a podcast celebrating the music of Wilco.

Wilco has been creating music since the mid-90's and for Rossnagel, that means Wilco has been the soundtrack to his life. From marriage to children to career changes and everything else life has thrown his way, Wilco has been making music.

In this episode, listen as Todd and Tim break down why they love Wilco's unique sound. They'll also discuss their favorite tracks from the band's impressive catalog in a unique style that only those in south Louisiana can appreciate.

Thanks for listening to Shoving Wilco - if you enjoy this episode, feel free to share it with someone else who loves Wilco. If you did not like this episode, we love you anyway!

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Hi everyone, and welcome to Shoving Wilco - a podcast celebrating the music of Wilco.

My name is Todd Rossnagel, and I live in Louisiana - just outside of Baton Rouge, LA, and — as you might have guessed, I am a big fan of Wilco. I’ve been a fan - since the very first album.

And in this podcast - we will focus on the band that began in 1994 — based in Chicago, Illinois, and is regarded by many as today’s greatest rock and roll band. But are they a rock and roll band? Are they better classified as alt-country? Could you call them a punk band? Some of the many topics we will explore here on Shoving Wilco.

Now - you might be asking yourself — why is this podcast called SHOVING Wilco? Well, if you know me — and even if you’ve just met me — there’s a good chance you will hear me talking about Wilco. If you come to my house, you’ll listen to Wilco - if you come to my office, you’ll see Wilco posters. Some say I SHOVE Wilco in their faces! (Hopefully, I will do that in a good way!)

Plus, if you go to a concert with me, you’ll likely receive a shove when we jam together at a Wilco show.

Why the love for Wilco? Well, in many ways, they’re one of the few bands that get BETTER with time…ALL of their albums are phenomenal. And more specifically — for me — Wilco is the soundtrack to my life. I first started listening to them in COLLEGE, so think about that - Wilco has been there for every significant LIFE event for me. There’s an album for the year I got married — albums for each of our children’s birth - albums for the toddler year, the pre-teen years, the teen years, and beyond…albums for career changes - albums and songs for the highs in life, the lows in life and everything in between…

And I’ve lost count to how many Wilco shows I’ve been to — and I can’t begin to describe some of those moments…sharing Wilco with friends and seeing their faces light up during Impossible Germany - or any of the countless live songs that — well — just need to be experienced live.

I work in the church space. I am the Director of Communications for the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church, and if you know me, I am deeply theological, and yes - Wilco is deeply theological. In fact, we will unpack some of the theology of Wilco, and I can’t wait to do that with pastor colleagues of mine across the connection.

I have a number of friends of mine who are Wilco fans — and I hope to be connecting with them and experts in the music space as we study just how Wilco has been able to sustain itself and how the band continues to resonate and — at the same time — re-invent itself while seemingly staying true to itself.

One of my closest friends - Tim Arnold - will be featured in the first few episodes — in fact, I have Tim to thank for this podcast as he and I have been talking about Wilco for — well — thirty years, and you’ll get to eavesdrop into some of those conversations.

Our first four episodes will cover the entire discography of Wilco - we’ll talk about our favorite songs, some songs that are underrated, and lest you think this is a podcast that cannot be critical of Wilco - we will dole out some criticism too.

Have an idea for an episode? Or - just want to comment, email me.