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Episode 39: CHOBA B CCCP: When Paul Met Putin

As the Russia/Ukraine conflict continues to rage, we took a look back at the time Paul McCartney brought the Beatles' music to Russia on a groundbreaking gesture of musical goodwill—his 2003 concert in Red Square and accompanying documentary. We indulge in early aughts nostalgia, look back on the astounding meeting between Paul, Heather, and Putin(!!!), and reveal Paul's most pressing question about Russian culture.

Plus, we find our favorite Beatles song with the epic Beatles Song Battles site, speculate about our future Paul concerts, and look ahead to a most interesting collaboration between a weed company and the George Harrison estate (+gnomes). 

Watch the Paul McCartney in Red Square documentary here

Find your favorite Beatles song at the Beatles Song Battles site

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Episode 38: BC The Beatles GOT BACK! + Paul Live!

Just like Paul, we’ve GOT BACK! We’re talking all things Paul on tour, including Allison’s rundown of both Oakland shows, setlist spoilers, some off-the-cuff onstage shade from Paul himself, and one person who is glaringly absent this go-round. Plus, we remember Michael Nesmith, who passed away last December while we were on hiatus.

To avoid GOT BACK spoilers, skip to 48:15 after our intro.

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Episode 37: Peter Jackson’s ‘Get Back’: F**k Yeah!

We break down our first impressions of the three-part Get Back epic (spoiler: we loved it). Plus, remembering George 20 years on, and a little obsessing over replica Beatle clothing and the latest Brian Epstein statue news.

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Episode 36: So Much You Don’t Know ’Bout Apple Scruffs feat. Sara Schmidt

We remember the great, beloved Beatles fan and one of two girls who hung around outside EMI Studios who were asked to contribute vocals to a version of “Across the Universe,” Lizzie Bravo. Meet the Beatles for Real founder Sara Schmidt chats about her friendship with Lizzie and the evolution (and rivalries!) of the ‘60s Beatles fan groups, including the mysterious Apple Scruffs. Plus our obsessions of the week!

Visit http://meetthebeatlesforreal.com for more Beatles fan encounters and stories!

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SPECIAL: The ‘Let It Be’ Remixes: Track-by-Track

It's finally here! We're discussing (and obsessing over) the new Giles Martin-produced Let it Be album and deluxe box set, track-by-track. 

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Episode 35: Talkin’ About Freedom (and Paul’s Concert for New York City)

Last month marked 20 years since 9/11, and while observing the day itself is pretty grim, we couldn’t let the anniversary pass without talking about how Paul channeled that horrible event into some pretty massive (and divisive) musical moments.

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Episode 34: Remixing a #NextGen ‘Let It Be’ feat. Producer Giles Martin

Now that October is upon us, we’re all gearing up for the Let It Be bonanza, starting with the newly remixed album and box sets on October 15. So, to give us the scoop on everything from making the Beatles sound “fresh” for a new generation to dealing with haterz on the Internet, we’re so SO excited to welcome Giles Martin to the podcast!

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Episode 33: Getting Back to Where We Once Belonged

“You breathe in and you breathe out. We feel like doing it and we have something to say.” — John Lennon to David Sheff, Playboy, 1980

We’re baaaack! After a bit of a hiatus, we return with something of an explanation — plus, we discuss (and justify our absence with) lessons John Lennon learned during his late-1970s house-husband days.

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Episode 31: ‘A Women's History of the Beatles,’ feat. Author Christine Feldman-Barrett

We round out Women's History Month by speaking with author and academic Christine Feldman-Barrett, author of the new book, A Women's History of the Beatles. 

American scholar Christine Feldman-Barrett is a Senior Lecturer in sociology at Griffith University, in Brisbane, Australia, and is a member of the Griffith Centre for Social and Cultural Research. A Women’s History of the Beatles brings a refreshing new perspective to our knowledge of Beatles history, chronicling not only the impact of women on the Beatles, but also how the band has influenced and inspired women for three generations and counting.

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Episode 30: Why the Beatles Loved… the Monkees? With Special Guest Andrew Sandoval

The creators behind the Monkees’ hit television series (and the band itself) hoped to establish an American Beatles - although the band’s critics would often refer to them as the “Pre-Fab Four.” While much of the music community despised the Monkees, the Beatles… actually loved them. Join us as we explore why with Grammy-nominated producer, historian, and author Andrew Sandoval, whose new book chronicles the Monkees’ entire career from the birth of Peter Tork in 1942 to the very last day of 1970.

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Episode 29: Happy Birthday(s), George!

This week marks what would have been George Harrison’s 78th birthday… or is it birthdays? We’re taking a look at George’s early life in Liverpool with the Harrison family, his guitar-obsessed schooldays, and a few weird parallels with the other Beatles’ childhoods. Plus, our weekly obsessions, Paul dreams, and more!

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SPECIAL: ‘McCartney III’: Track-by-Track

We "seize the day" and go "deep down" with our analysis of Paul McCartney's new "made in rockdown" album, McCartney III. Join us as we obsess over what we loved, didn't love, and of course, which of the many vinyl editions we're coveting.

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Episode 28: John Lennon’s Lasting Legacy With Guest Sarah Stacey

This week, we're joined by Sarah Stacey, radio producer and host of the new audio documentary Lennon: 40 Years On, to pay tribute to John on the 40th anniversary of his tragic murder. 

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Episode 27: "Turn Me On, Dead Man": Paranormal Beatles With Guest Kevin Eustace

This Halloween, we conjure up scary Beatles tales with paranormal investigator and Liverpool native Kevin Eustace! Kevin is the host of the podcasts “We Need To Talk About Ghosts" and “The Dark Paranormal." We chat about some of the most haunted Beatles-related places and events; John, Paul, and George's own paranormal experiences; and... John's deal with the devil?? Plus, we break down what we know about the upcoming McCartney III release, and share this week's obsessions.

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We did a live chat with Abbey Road On The River during their JL80 celebration! Get to know a little more about us, the podcast, and hear us chat about the birthday boy - John Lennon! 🎉

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Episode 26: John Lennon's Life In New York City

It's Johnny's (80th) birthday, and we're celebrating with a look at John Lennon's New York City. Join us on a virtual tour of some of the places and events that influenced the last decade of his life and made him an iconic part of NYC culture. Plus: lots of John feels on this milestone birthday, an update on our monthly giveaway, and the strange tale of a cult leader who said he had an unknown Beatles album.

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SPECIAL: Deconstructing 'Flaming Pie' + the NEW Paul McCartney Archive Collection

We're unpacking Paul McCartney's 1997 album Flaming Pie, and going inside the new McCartney Archive Collection reissues. Join us for a track-by-track deep dive where we debate what the hell Paul was actually saying with "I'm the man on the flaming pie," introduce the #LittleWillowChallenge (watch if you dare!), and introduce the first EVER (and only!) McCartney/Starkey writing credit. Plus the inside scoop on the goodies in the deluxe reissue, and why it's Allison's *favorite* Paul album!