SSP 79: Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels) by Jim Croce

You’re so much more than kind to listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they review the 1972 classic, “Operator (That’s Not the Way It Feels) by legendary singer-songwriter Jim Croce. In this episode, we discuss Jim’s matchbook collection, improv training for telephone operators, and why you’ve got to …

SSP 78: American Girl by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

Oh yeah, alright. THE STORY SONG PODCAST is back with its first new episode of 2022. We know how it feels — the waiting is the hardest part. Join your hosts for their review of the 1976 classic, “American Girl,” by Hall-of-Fame rockers, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. In this episode, we discuss tiny balconies in …

SSP Classics: It’s My Party / Judy’s Turn to Cry by Lesley Gore

BONUS EPISODE: Keep the party going with this classic episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they revisit their reviews of Lesley Gore’s classic hits, “It’s My Party” and its sequel, “Judy’s Turn to Cry.” Relive the rollercoaster ride of emotions that is Lesley’s birthday party. This party has everything — crying, fighting, …

SSP 2021 NEW YEAR’S SPECIAL

BONUS EPISODE: Happy New Year from THE STORY SONG PODCAST! It’s time for our annual end-of-year Bonus Episode, and this year, it couldn’t have happened without you! Join your hosts as they wind down the year with a mail bag full of questions, comments, and additional theories about your favorite story songs. THE STORY SONG …

SSP CLassic: GARDEN PARTY BY RICK NELSON AND THE STONE CANYON BAND

BONUS EPISODE: Come reminisce with your old friends from THE STORY SONG PODCAST with another classic episode! Just in time for your holiday party, join your hosts as they have a party while revisiting their review of another, less festive party, the 1972 country rock song, “Garden Party,” by singer-songwriter, Rick “Ricky” Nelson and the …

Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer by Elmo & Patsy

In the criminal justice system, reindeer are represented by two separate yet equally important groups. Join your hosts for a special holiday episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST as they review the 1984 Christmas hit, “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” by Elmo & Patsy. In this episode, we’ll examine the suspicious circumstances around …

Mr. Bonjangles by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

We knew a man — Bojangles — and he’s the subject of this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they talk of life, they talk of life — and the 1970 standard, “Mr. Bojangles,” by The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. In this episode, we’ll discuss clickety-clacking, how to avoid small talk …

Red Headed Stranger by Willie Nelson

Somebody bet on the bay! It’s time for the 75th episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts for their review of the 1975 classic, “Red Headed Stranger” by country music legend, Willie Nelson. In this episode, we’ll talk about traveling town criers, equine-based legal loopholes, and somebody named “Guitar Boogie.” Don’t be wild …

SSP Minisode: Hey, Mr. DJ

BONUS EPISODE: Hey, Mr. DJ, put a record on. In this minisode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST, your hosts explore songs about DJs. Whether they are in da club or on da radio, we’ll discuss da relationship between the performer, the listener, the music, and the DJ — for better or for worse. Listen up …

Smoke on the Water by Deep Purple

Is it hot in here, or is it just this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST? Join your hosts for their review of the 1973 hard rock classic, “Smoke on the Water” by heavy metal pioneers, Deep Purple. We’re burning up for this episode, where we take a trip to the Lake Geneva shoreline to …