Episodes

  • Every Little Flying Monkey’s Got Something to Fix
    Jan 29 2025

    Eleanor and Tony read some fan mail, settle the hottest Beatles debate (with data!), rate and review some underrated songs, and give tribute to a big Beatles fan, David Lynch. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

    "Everybody's Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkey"
    "Every Little Thing"
    "Fixing a Hole"
    "Flying"

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
    Logo designed by Michelle Dimuzio



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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • BONUS Eleanor Rigby Lyrical Analysis
    Jan 22 2025

    Eleanor and Tony put the playlists down and pick up their pens for a detour into leisurely analysis of "Eleanor Rigby". Jars, socks, and iambic pentameter? Who is it for?

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    50 mins
  • Eleanor, Do You Want To Drive Eight Cars
    Jan 15 2025

    In a titular episode, Tony battles COVID and a crippling Twin Peaks addiction, but the show must go on. Eleanor shares piles of research on two songs oddly-inspired by film soundtracks and two inspired by chauffeurs. And: has George been shortchanged by the Beatles and our own podcast? Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

    "Do You Want To Know A Secret"
    "Drive My Car"
    "Eight Days A Week"
    "Eleanor Rigby"

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • Don’t Pass Me Down, Robert
    Jan 1 2025

    The new year brings a new songwriter into the fold: one Richard Starkey! Tony and Eleanor explore Ringo's origin story, Billy Preston's contributions to Let It Be, and the dull stories behind a couple of dull songs. And who exactly is the hottest Beatle? Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

    "Doctor Robert"
    "Don't Bother Me"
    "Don't Let Me Down"
    "Don't Pass Me By"

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • I Wanna Be a Happy Xmastime Ding Dong Again
    Dec 18 2024

    Tony and Eleanor take a break from the Fab Four discography for a very special holiday episode. Which Beatle released the best Christmas song in their solo career? Plus: a Chrismukkah trivia game! Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    56 mins
  • Dig a Prudence, Dear Pony Tripper
    Dec 4 2024

    A friend of the pod joins the quest to determine the greatest songwriter in the Beatles. Plus: Is it possible to meditate too much? Can Eleanor salvage her status as lead researcher after Tony’s deep dive into Let It Be? Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

    "Day Tripper"
    "Dear Prudence"
    "Dig a Pony"
    "Dig It"


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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Can’t Carry That Cry Baby Together
    Nov 20 2024

    The two leaders of the Beatles face off in a battle of classic songs. Can the second half of Abbey Road be broken up into individual songs? Do we have to swear off swearing? Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

    "Can’t Buy Me Love"
    "Carry That Weight"
    "Come Together"
    "Cry Baby Cry"

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Being for the Birthday of Mr. Bluebird
    Nov 6 2024

    A new film about Brian Epstein is discussed, Eleanor finds parallels between the lads and Blink 182, and George continues to catch strays. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on Youtube and Spotify.

    "Being the Benefit of Mr. Kite!"
    "Birthday"
    "Blackbird"
    "Blue Jay Way"

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    Theme song by Marshy Reed Whistler
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    1 hr and 28 mins