This week on Why Is This So Hard For You, we kick things off with a soaring slice of ‘70s singer-songwriter wisdom from Dan Fogelberg, followed by some high-octane musicianship from the band Maragold. In our category songs, Jonathan delivers another Covers Holocaust sure to scar the soul, while Curtis brings a shockingly slick reharmonized Justin Bieber cover. Yes, really. Justin Bieber.

Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

This week on Why Is This So Hard For You, we go deep into the prog-fusion weeds with a track from keyboard wizard Derek Sherinian, then shift gears for a Nathan East cover featuring the unmistakable vocals of Michael McDonald. In our category songs, Curtis confesses a Guilty Pleasure that’s as shameless as it is catchy, and Jonathan delivers another Cover Holocaust that’s equal parts bewildering and unforgettable

Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

On this episode of Why Is This So Hard For You, we dig into a folk classic from Arlo Guthrie and a smooth, thoughtful tune from Jackson Browne. In our category songs, Jonathan reveals a track that earns this week’s title of #1 In Our Hearts, and Curtis subjects us all to a full-blown Cover Holocaust courtesy of Hayseed Dixie—a rendition you won’t soon forget (no matter how hard you try).

Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

In this episode of Why Is This So Hard For You, we slow it down with a criminally underrated ballad by Michael Ruff, then dial it way up with a funky fusion groove from Najee. Jonathan brings a heartfelt pick for this week’s #1 In Our Hearts, and Curtis confesses a guilty pleasure that’s drenched in twang and sentiment—a sappy country pop song that somehow hits all the right notes.

Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

This week on Why Is This So Hard For You, we pair the poetic precision of Paul Simon with the genius of Prince—two masters of their craft who made it look effortless. Then, just to keep you humble, we dive headfirst into the musical uncanny valley with a William Shatner… interpretation and a baffling new duet from Willie Nelson and Steve Perry that nobody asked for—and nobody can unhear.

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Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

This week on Why Is This So Hard For You?, we dig into the precision of Steely Dan and the unexpected charm of Bruce Hornsby—who ditches the piano entirely in favor of the lap dulcimer (yes, seriously). Our category songs bring a "Number One in Our Hearts" synth gem from Gary Numan, and we close it all out with Schlong's completely uncalled-for punk cover of the Steely Dan track. It’s refined, it’s weird, it’s us.

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Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

This week, we dive deep into rhythm and rebellion.

We kick things off by basking in the brilliance of Jeff Porcaro—the studio drummer's studio drummer—and take a detour through the wild, theatrical world of The Tubes. Then it’s time for our signature segments: a soulful, timeless #1 In Our Hearts pick from the incomparable Bill Withers, followed by a scorched-earth Burnt To A Crisp selection featuring none other than U2 (sorry, Bono).

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Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

On this episode of the of WITSHFY Jonathan gets sexy with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones and Curtis takes us to Chicago. Then we have a song that is #1 In Our Hearts and a Covers Holocaust that should never have been recorded.

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Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

The week on WITSHFY we listen to some music from Bonnie Raitt and Fattburger. After that Curtis brings a cover song and Jonathan plays a song that is #1 In Our Hearts.

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Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.

On this episode of the of WITSHFY we listen to a song by Michelle Willis that features Michael McDonald. Then Toto returns to the podcast lineup. We then get an unfortunate cover song and a song that is #1 In Our Hearts.

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Curtis Gross is a self-employed video editor.

Jonathan Workman is an adult learning consultant based in Wichita, KS.

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Make sure you are subscribed to Why Is This So Hard For You. Type Why Is This So Hard For You in your podcast provider, hit that subscription button, and leave us a five-star review. This will make it easier for other podcast listeners to find the podcast.

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The intro music is the first 30 seconds of the Ornette Coleman tune "Song X" fed into AI software that attempts to output the song to a solo piano transcription. The outro music is the first 30 seconds of Sonny Rollins' version of the tune "St. Thomas" fed into the same software.