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Who am I?
I am a photographer, writer, and podcaster with two books under my belt: "80s Redux" and "Lived Through That: 90s Musicians Today." I'm a huge music fan and love to share my favorite artists with others. Sadly, I was born without an ounce of musical talent. After realizing I was never going to effortlessly play the guitar or sing in tune, I focused a lot of my energies on listening to music. I came of age in the 80s and the rise of MTV brought loads of fantastic music to explore: punk, new-wave, post-punk, pop. My love for music grew and expanded as I grew up in the 90s. It was those I reached back to musical memories in creating my books, "80s Redux" and "Lived Through That." I also host a popular podcast called Lived Through That that combines my love of music and storytelling.
My Show
What is my podcast about and/or how does it relate to the playlist topic you chose?
My podcast is called Lived Through That and each episode features an artist I love from the 80s, 90s, and beyond talking about a pivotal moment i their lives. It's not always a musical-related moment - it runs the gamut from the everyday to the forming (or break-up) of their band to everything in between.
What is my podcast playlist about?
I am a huge fan of podcasts and wanted to highlight a few of my favorite shows that feature music, musicians, or are just music-adjacent.
1. About A Girl
Why this podcast?
I love this podcast - the storytelling is fantastic and it often sheds a light on someone I know a tiny bit about but never the whole story. It's a page-turner of a podcast where you can't wait to hear what comes next. A lot of podcasts in the music genre are interview-style one on ones - this one is more narrative in approach and fills in their stories with context and new perspectives.
About A Girl
Double Elvis
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About A Girl is a scripted narrative anthology series about women whose stories have long been eclipsed by the legends of their famous partners. Bowie, Elvis, 2Pac, Prince, Miles, Biggie. Each of these icons created some of the most celebrated and enduring music of the modern age. But there's more to their stories than you know. About A Girl brings focus to the many women without whom the landscape of popular music might be very different.
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How many episodes does About A Girl have?
About A Girl currently has 86 episodes available.
What topics does About A Girl cover?
The podcast is about History, Music and Podcasts.
What is the average episode length on About A Girl?
The average episode length on About A Girl is 27 minutes.
How often are episodes of About A Girl released?
Episodes of About A Girl are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of About A Girl?
The first episode of About A Girl was released on Nov 23, 2020.
2. The Hustle
Why this podcast?
This is an interview-style deep dive, kind of like Marc Maron's WTF but only with musicians. The guests he chooses are right up my alley and I love hearing these artists talk - the interviewer sometimes comes on a little strong, but he always dials it back and really lets the artist speak.
The Hustle
Jon Lamoreaux
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What does it take to maintain a career in music? We track down members of bands that we love and find out what their lives are like now.
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How many episodes does The Hustle have?
The Hustle currently has 663 episodes available.
What topics does The Hustle cover?
The podcast is about Music, Podcasts and Music Interviews.
What is the average episode length on The Hustle?
The average episode length on The Hustle is 87 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Hustle released?
Episodes of The Hustle are typically released every 5 days.
When was the first episode of The Hustle?
The first episode of The Hustle was released on May 4, 2015.
3. Fresh off the Spaceship
Why this podcast?
I loved this podcast. Coming from Seattle, I often think it's a shame folks outside our bubble only see us as the "grunge city." This city is exploding with talent and this podcast shines a light on a scene that everyone might not be aware exists. Five stars for sure.
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5.0
Fresh off the Spaceship tells the story of the Black Constellation, an artist collective (Shabazz Palaces, THEESatisfaction, Ya Tseen) with Seattle roots and cosmic reach. Hosted by KEXP’s Larry Mizell Jr. and Martin Douglas, each of the 10 episodes takes listeners on a musical journey connecting the stars of the Black Constellation and drawing meaning from their art, emphasizing the revolutionary power of communion along the way.
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How many episodes does Fresh off the Spaceship have?
Fresh off the Spaceship currently has 15 episodes available.
What topics does Fresh off the Spaceship cover?
The podcast is about Music, Podcasts, Music Interviews and Music Commentary.
What is the average episode length on Fresh off the Spaceship?
The average episode length on Fresh off the Spaceship is 56 minutes.
How often are episodes of Fresh off the Spaceship released?
Episodes of Fresh off the Spaceship are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Fresh off the Spaceship?
The first episode of Fresh off the Spaceship was released on Feb 22, 2022.
4. Curious Creatures
Why this podcast?
Hosted by musical legends Lol Tolhurst from The Cure and Budgie from Siouxsie and the Banshees, they bring a unique perspective when interviewing their guests. It often comes across like a group of friends talking and gossiping - I especially love the episode with Shirley Manson (who also hosts a great podcast herself called The Jump with Shirley Manson).
Curious Creatures
Lol Tolhurst & Budgie
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Hosts Lol Tolhurst (The Cure) and Budgie (Siouxsie and the Banshees) explore post punk's enduring legacy and contemporary relevance. Lol and Budgie welcome luminaries from all walks of life for revealing, yet relaxed conversation. Audience questions are answered at the end of each episode.
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How many episodes does Curious Creatures have?
Curious Creatures currently has 114 episodes available.
What topics does Curious Creatures cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Music, Podcasts and Music Interviews.
What is the average episode length on Curious Creatures?
The average episode length on Curious Creatures is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of Curious Creatures released?
Episodes of Curious Creatures are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Curious Creatures?
The first episode of Curious Creatures was released on Sep 29, 2021.
5. Lived Through That
Why this podcast?
Well, I kind of have to pick my own podcast, right? I guess not - but I couldn't find one of my favorite music podcasts on this list (Song exploder - the best deep dive on music around!) so I'll mention mine! I love producing this show and I'm always excited to share new episodes with the world. These are some of my favorite artists talking about a pivotal moment in their lives - I sometimes liken it to a rock and roll "This American Life" - but I've been told it comes across more like a musical "The Moth." Not too shabby to be compared with!
Lived Through That
Mike Hipple
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“Lived Through That” is the podcast where influential artists of the 80s and 90s and beyond talk to us about a pivotal moment in their lives. The stories they tell are open, honest, and inspiring. You can follow us on Twitter and Facebook @MikeHipplePhoto and on Instagram @MikeHipple.
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How many episodes does Lived Through That have?
Lived Through That currently has 61 episodes available.
What topics does Lived Through That cover?
The podcast is about Music, Podcasts and Music Interviews.
What is the average episode length on Lived Through That?
The average episode length on Lived Through That is 25 minutes.
How often are episodes of Lived Through That released?
Episodes of Lived Through That are typically released every 13 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of Lived Through That?
The first episode of Lived Through That was released on Sep 19, 2021.
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