The Listening Party Podcast

We get acquainted with shoegaze this month thanks to Robert. Featured Songs: "Anemone" by The Brian Jonestown Massacre "Winona" by Drop Nineteens "Beautiful World" by Parannoul Honorable mention: "waterlily" by crushed Also in this episode: The Daily Brew. We don't know wtf shoegaze is. Robert's concert blurbs. Dig! documentary. Robert's favorite color is shoegaze. Tips to find new music. Barista life. Robert's Links: Twitter | Instagram Episode references: Rod's shoegaze playlist Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Long-time podcast-bud Jodie B of Po Boys Podcast joins us this week for some songs about banging. Featured Songs: "Caress Me Down" by Sublime "Four Wheel Drive" by John Michael Montgomery "562-365-7269 (Get Freaky)" by Deefur Also in this episode: Podcasting about podcasting. Innuendo. Jakob James Nowell. What happened to Rob Thomas? Wonka sing-a-long. Deefur updates. Stand-up comedy. Jodie B's Links: Twitter | Po Boys Podcast Episode references: Suspect208 | "Move" by Santana, Rob Thomas, & American Authors Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We're joined this month by another 110 Podcast alum, Madima. We talk about a plethora of topics and share songs about perseverance. Featured Songs: "Girl Clout" by Fresh "Two of Us On the Run" by Lucius "I'll Rise" by Ben Harper Also in this episode: Perseverance is key. Be more Googleable. Protecting your art. Litigation. Making a documentary. Open mics. Booking shows. Madima's Links: Website | Patreon | Instagram | Linktree Episode references: Madima on the 110 Podcast | Sunspots EP Retrospective (documentary) Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We continue last year's tradition of Wrapping™ our favorite songs of the year, 2023 edition. Featured Songs: "Baby Can Dance" by Carsie Blanton "Money Grooves" by Keo & Them "Cubic Zirconia" by Katy Kirby "Apocalypse Then" by Eagle Noise "Tu Si Sabes Quererme" by Natalia Lafourcade ft. Los Macorinos "Banana Sling Boy" by Magenta Moon "There's No Mountain" by Glen Hansard "Burning Down" by Rome Apart Also in this episode: Supporting smaller bands. Bandcamp Friday. Small venues. Setlist playlists. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We're joined this week by multi-instrumentalits/multi-band-member Cesar for some childhood home songs. Featured Songs: "If You Wanna Be Happy" by Jimmy Soul "Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival "Cuando Yo Era Un Jovencito" by Los Apson Also in this episode: All Pearl Jam fans know each other. Denise still hates The Beatles. Cesar's musical beginnings. Bar fighting Dad. CCR vs. The Beatles. The many bands Cesar plays in. Recording music. Malinches. Cesar's links: East Side Agents | Mafia Rusa Episode references: East Side Agents on The 110 Podcast | "Ugly Woman" by Roaring Lion Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Musician and host/curator of the Writers 'Round Fullerton, Greg Artavia, joins us this month for songs that deal with depression, forgiveness, and recovery. Featured Songs: "First Day of the End of My Life" by Amigo The Devil "I Hate Myself" by Florence Pugh "Can I Sleep in Your Brain" by Ezra Furman Also in this episode: Home recordings. Shows at the Bowl. Collecting suicide notes. Greg’s influences. Ari Aster movies. Living with depression. The stigma around therapy. Acceptance. Writers ‘Round Fullerton. Greg's links: Instagram | Spotify | Writers 'Round Fullerton Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Long-time podcasting pal Ed of Expand Your Playlist joins us this week for one of our favorite recurring themes, cover songs. Featured Songs: "Waterfalls" by Ten Fé "Do You Really Want To Hurt Me?" by Violent Femmes "Time" by Greensky Bluegrass Also in this episode: What makes a good cover? Let dead people RIP. Hunting for smaller, unsigned artists. Violent Femmes at the swapmeet. Everything is funny. Pink Floyd hits. All things Expand Your Playlist. Give Ed a follow: InstagramCheck out Expand Your Playlist: Website | Linktree | Spotify Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

New friend of the show, Avi, joins us this week for some nostalgia-themed songs. Featured Songs: "Formula One" by Wednesday "Square Dance" by Eminem "Elated" by Velodrone Also in this episode: Botched Execution. Appeasing the algorithm gods. Defining nostalgia. Songwriting. Pop culture references in music. Musical rabbit holes. Velodrone on the 110 podcast. Benefits of bartending. Give Avi a follow: InstagramBotched Execution: Instagram | Linktree Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We're joined by long-time friend, Marc, for enlightenment songs. Featured Songs: "I Am" by Satsang "I'm Not A Good Person" by Pat The Bunny "I Am Mine" by Pearl Jam Also in this episode: Self-realization. 5-year engagement. Procrastination. Yesses and Nos. It's okay to cry. Wealth dynamics. It's okay to be selfish. Tattoos. References: Comedian Andy Hendrickson Reach out to Marc via email, mysticsandmetaphysics@gmail.com Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We're joined by a couple of first-timers, Michael K and Heather, for funny songs. Featured Songs: "1985" by Bo Burnham "No Tortillas" by Los Cenzontles "Cold Showers" by Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Cast "Vanlife" by Willi Carlisle Also in this episode: Musical theater. Bo Burnham's INSIDE. Commit to the bit. Comedy. Swedish death cleaning. References: Lindsey Ellis' RENT video essay. Check out Michael K at Held2gether in Long Beach August 11th. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Israel makes his triumphant return to the new LPP accompanied by new friend of the show, Britta! The theme is return songs. Featured Songs: "Volver, Volver" by Vicente Fernandez "Returning to the Fold" by The Thermals "Return of the Mack" by Mark Morrison "Will You Return?" by The Avett Brothers Also in this episode: Leaving Grandma's. Who is Josh Groban? One-hit wonder is where it's at. Susan and Israel reconnect. Creativity. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Just Denise and Rod this month sharing a few of their favorite brassy tunes. Featured Songs: "Love You Madly" by CAKE "Un Gran Circo" by Maldita Vecindad "I'm Changing" by Unholy Smokes "25 or 6 to 4" by Chicago Also in this episode: We love CAKE. The little activist. Musical collaborations. Deep cuts to the pansa. Music in the classroom. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We have a full house this month, Ryan, Alex, and Dustin of Rome Apart join us for some new (to you) songs. Featured Songs: "Tempting Time" by Animals As Leaders "Here I Go (Again) by Robot Tennis Club "HOLIDAY" by Turnstile "Except For" by The Bicycats "Mala Vida/Wapo Traketero" by Nicki Nicole Also in this episode: Getting paid to learn songs at a young age. The Norteño Scene. Songwriting. Private show for the coke brothers. Record release shows. Stage presence. Tiny Desks. Galaxy jerseys. Rome Apart: Linktree | Instagram | YouTube Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Andy and Gil, of the genre-defying band No Application Fee, join us in-studio for bilingual songs. Featured Songs: "Fantasia" by Chicano Batman "La Sancha" by Storeetellers "Dime Mi Amor" by Los Lonely Boys "Changüich a la Chichona" by Molotov Also in this episode: Chicano Batman holds a special place in Gil’s heart. It’s all about the mix. What’s in a name? English as a second language. A lot of love for Rome Apart. No love for Texas. Too broke for shows. People need to learn how to run sound. Eight-year-olds love No Application Fee. Stay true to yourself, but still give ‘em the clean version. Not different, better. It’s all math. No Application Fee: Website | Instagram | YouTube Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Little Dragon and Gracie join us this month for some rain or shine songs. Featured Songs: "No Rain" by Blind Melon "Pocketful of Sunshine" by Natasha Bedingfield "Kentucky Rain" by Elvis Presley "Weatherman" by Dead Sara Also in this episode: Finding your tribe. Music videos on VHS by mail. Biopics. Hard rockin' females. References: Dead Sara at The Troubadour Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

The holidays are a busy time for everyone, so there's no guest this week. It's just Denise and Rod sharing a few of their favorite songs of 2022. Featured Songs: “Walking Contradiction” by No Application Fee “Medication” by Rome Apart “Cherry Tang” by Cherry Tang "I'm Scum" by IDLES Also in this episode: Dive bar shows. Writing songs is hard. Any press is good press. Fuck, Mary, Kill. Rod's not a musician. References: Negra Luz YouTube Channel | Danny Nedelko Glastonbury 2019 | Rome Apart at Tiki Bar show info Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

Special guest Rudy and Denise share songs by artists they gave a second chance to. Rod screws it up and shares a song by an artist he missed the boat on. Featured Songs: "Sex Type Thing" by Stone Temple Pilots "Blood of Angels" by Brown Bird "Take the Box" by Amy Winehouse Also in this episode: Rudy's off the menu. Rudy, keeper of grunge. Replacing band members. Rod's a Little Monster. Rudy goes on a KoRn kick. RIP Aaron Carter. King's Cup at Skyler's birthday party. References: Rudy on Instagram | Scott Weiland music video | Amy (Documentary) Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We're sharing songs by artists we've seen live post-pandemic. Featured Songs:"La La Love You" by Pixies"Peaceful Afternoon" by Rufus Wainwright"Jacket" by Carsie Blanton Also in this episode: Postponed shows. Concerts at SoFi. Traveling for concerts. Daughter's first concert. Crying at concerts. Deefur's musical influences. References: Seeflo on Instagram | "Nestle In My Boobies" by The Coathangers | Carsie Blanton on Instagram Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: InstagramMore podcasts: Talking Is Hard

We're talking songs that bring back memories. Featured Songs: "More Than Words" by Extreme "Groove Is In The Heart" by Deee-Lite "Plug In Baby" by Muse Also in this episode: We welcome back one of the OG's. RIP Marciano Cantero. The many talents of Bad Bunny. Getting diddled. Catholic school retreats. Muse sucks now. References: Needle Drop's Will of the People Review | Stephanie's IG Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: Instagram

We're talking comeback albums. Featured Songs: "Serious" by Scars On Broadway "Guns Are Loaded" by Daron Malakian and Scars On Broadway "Again" by Alice In Chains "Check My Brain" by Alice In Chains Also in this episode: Denise doesn't trust Daron. It's all about the money. New singers. Tribute bands. Email the show: rod@lppod.comFollow Denise: Instagram