Waits pulls on some (possibly) contemporary references this week, as Bryce, Sam and Martin consider the various meanings that “everybody talking” may relate to. Considering the tone and quality of the song, the applications to various political concerns of various eras, and taking a step into popular music of 2022, the conversation continues through Bad As Me.

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Music extracts used for illustrative/review purposes include: Talking At The Same Time, Bad As Me, Tom Waits (2011) Late Night Talking, Harry's House, Harry Styles (2022)

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