Long-time podcast-bud Jodie B of Po Boys Podcast joins us this week for some songs about banging.

Featured Songs:

"Caress Me Down" by Sublime

"Four Wheel Drive" by John Michael Montgomery

"562-365-7269 (Get Freaky)" by Deefur

Also in this episode: Podcasting about podcasting. Innuendo. Jakob James Nowell. What happened to Rob Thomas? Wonka sing-a-long. Deefur updates. Stand-up comedy.

Jodie B's Links: Twitter | Po Boys Podcast

Episode references: Suspect208 | "Move" by Santana, Rob Thomas, & American Authors

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We're joined this month by another 110 Podcast alum, Madima. We talk about a plethora of topics and share songs about perseverance.

Featured Songs:

"Girl Clout" by Fresh

"Two of Us On the Run" by Lucius

"I'll Rise" by Ben Harper

Also in this episode: Perseverance is key. Be more Googleable. Protecting your art. Litigation. Making a documentary. Open mics. Booking shows.

Madima's Links: Website | Patreon | Instagram | Linktree

Episode references: Madima on the 110 Podcast | Sunspots EP Retrospective (documentary)

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We continue last year's tradition of Wrapping™ our favorite songs of the year, 2023 edition.

Featured Songs:

"Baby Can Dance" by Carsie Blanton

"Money Grooves" by Keo & Them

"Cubic Zirconia" by Katy Kirby

"Apocalypse Then" by Eagle Noise

"Tu Si Sabes Quererme" by Natalia Lafourcade ft. Los Macorinos

"Banana Sling Boy" by Magenta Moon

"There's No Mountain" by Glen Hansard

"Burning Down" by Rome Apart

Also in this episode: Supporting smaller bands. Bandcamp Friday. Small venues. Setlist playlists.

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We're joined this week by multi-instrumentalits/multi-band-member Cesar for some childhood home songs.

Featured Songs:

"If You Wanna Be Happy" by Jimmy Soul

"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

"Cuando Yo Era Un Jovencito" by Los Apson

Also in this episode: All Pearl Jam fans know each other. Denise still hates The Beatles. Cesar's musical beginnings. Bar fighting Dad. CCR vs. The Beatles. The many bands Cesar plays in. Recording music. Malinches.

Cesar's links: East Side Agents | Mafia Rusa

Episode references: East Side Agents on The 110 Podcast | "Ugly Woman" by Roaring Lion

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Musician and host/curator of the Writers 'Round Fullerton, Greg Artavia, joins us this month for songs that deal with depression, forgiveness, and recovery.

Featured Songs:

"First Day of the End of My Life" by Amigo The Devil

"I Hate Myself" by Florence Pugh

"Can I Sleep in Your Brain" by Ezra Furman

Also in this episode: Home recordings. Shows at the Bowl. Collecting suicide notes. Greg’s influences. Ari Aster movies. Living with depression. The stigma around therapy. Acceptance. Writers ‘Round Fullerton.

Greg's links: Instagram | Spotify | Writers 'Round Fullerton

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Long-time podcasting pal Ed of Expand Your Playlist joins us this week for one of our favorite recurring themes, cover songs.

Featured Songs:

"Waterfalls" by Ten Fé

"Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?" by Violent Femmes

"Time" by Greensky Bluegrass

Also in this episode: What makes a good cover? Let dead people RIP. Hunting for smaller, unsigned artists. Violent Femmes at the swapmeet. Everything is funny. Pink Floyd hits. All things Expand Your Playlist.

Give Ed a follow: InstagramCheck out Expand Your Playlist: Website | Linktree | Spotify

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New friend of the show, Avi, joins us this week for some nostalgia-themed songs.

Featured Songs:

"Formula One" by Wednesday

"Square Dance" by Eminem

"Elated" by Velodrone

Also in this episode: Botched Execution. Appeasing the algorithm gods. Defining nostalgia. Songwriting. Pop culture references in music. Musical rabbit holes. Velodrone on the 110 podcast. Benefits of bartending.

Give Avi a follow: InstagramBotched Execution: Instagram | Linktree

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We're joined by long-time friend, Marc, for enlightenment songs.

Featured Songs:

"I Am" by Satsang

"I'm Not A Good Person" by Pat The Bunny

"I Am Mine" by Pearl Jam

Also in this episode: Self-realization. 5-year engagement. Procrastination. Yesses and Nos. It's okay to cry. Wealth dynamics. It's okay to be selfish. Tattoos.

References: Comedian Andy Hendrickson

Reach out to Marc via email, [email protected]

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We're joined by a couple of first-timers, Michael K and Heather, for funny songs.

Featured Songs:

"1985" by Bo Burnham

"No Tortillas" by Los Cenzontles

"Cold Showers" by Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Cast

"Vanlife" by Willi Carlisle

Also in this episode: Musical theater. Bo Burnham's INSIDE. Commit to the bit. Comedy. Swedish death cleaning.

References: Lindsey Ellis' RENT video essay.

Check out Michael K at Held2gether in Long Beach August 11th.

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Israel makes his triumphant return to the new LPP accompanied by new friend of the show, Britta! The theme is return songs.

Featured Songs:

"Volver, Volver" by Vicente Fernandez

"Returning to the Fold" by The Thermals

"Return of the Mack" by Mark Morrison

"Will You Return?" by The Avett Brothers

Also in this episode: Leaving Grandma's. Who is Josh Groban? One-hit wonder is where it's at. Susan and Israel reconnect. Creativity.

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