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Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures

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Social Change
Moving Pictures
Mark Morrison
Return Of the Mack
The Proclaimers
Girlfriend
What About Me?
1980s Music
Frankie Valli
Informer
Corporations
90s Music
Imposter Syndrome
Figure Skating
Snow
Will To Power
Sunshine On Leith
Pebbles
Australia
Phil Collins

There’s no shame in the music you love. Join us as we celebrate the open-hearted songs of the past 50 years (with a focus on the songs that shaped us from the 70s, 80s, and 90s).

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Welcome to the "cry-iest" episode of our podcast. Frank cannot contain his emotion when discussing James Ingraam's voice and the plight of Fievel and Tanya from "An American Tail." We also welcome Tabitha VandenEnden to discuss kids choirs, the power... more

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Today we are beginning a new series called "Hope Month" as we examine and celebrate the songs that point to a brighter future. What better way to start than with Styx who make a pointed request to the Divine as they scramble for hope: "Show Me The Wa... more

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"Sweet Dreams" gives us the chills (in a good way!). We do our best to bring you the song in its original context - not on a Halloween playlist but within the wider context of Eurythmics' second album (which brought their career to epic heights). We ... more

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Fidelity, Phil Collins, and Draculas - we cover a wide range of topics in this week's episode on Howard Jones' "No One Is To Blame." Besides our customary song analysis, we also revisit Bill and Frank's earlier jobs (in shoes and construction) and th... more

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Recent Guests

Kim Desing-McCardle
An English consultant and podcast enthusiast
Episode: Toto: "Africa" (with Kim Desing-McCardle)
Kahlin Holmes
Guest who brought Sugar Ray's 'Fly' to the podcast
Episode: In Memoriam: Our friend Kahlin Homes on Sugar Ray's "Fly"
Dan Ducroix
A passionate fan of Neil Diamond and returning guest
Episode: Neil Diamond: "Sweet Caroline" (with Dan Ducroix and the Flugelhorn)
Melanie Bork
French language expert and guest on the podcast
Episode: The Stampeders: "Sweet City Woman" (Pour Mon Ami)
Rich Terfry
A Canadian musician known as Buck 65.
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Episode: Anne Murray: "Snowbird" (with Rich Terfry / Buck 65)
Nate Holmes
Friend of the hosts and previously featured guest
Episode: Spice Girls: "Stop" (We all get guilt-free)
Jerry Halliwell
Member of the Spice Girls, also known as Ginger Spice
Spice Girls
Episode: Spice Girls: "Stop" (We all get guilt-free)
Dave Kitchen
Long-time guest of the podcast with extensive music knowledge
Episode: America: "You Can Do Magic" (We know darn well)
Mike V
Guest and contributor to earlier episodes, known for his humorous take on music.
Episode: Mark Morrison: "Return of the Mack" (Imposter Syndrome?)

Hosts

Bill
Co-host discussing music and its emotional impact, offering personal anecdotes and humor during episodes while reflecting on the significance of songs in listeners' lives.
Frank
Co-host engaging in comical debates about music choices, providing insights and humor in discussions while exploring the emotional depth of songs.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Absolute Guilty Pleasure

    An absolute guilty pleasure!!! 1000% satisfying my love of 80s and 90s pop rock ballads!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nomesdawg
    Australia5 months ago
  • Best podcast created by any of my highschool teachers

    This pod has really hit its stride. The episodes are fun, informative, entertaining and insightful. More plz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonny-Rage
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great show!

    Love this idea! Great discussions on songs unfairly judged. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay73227
    United States3 years ago

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Many appreciate the nostalgic aspect, particularly pertaining to 80s and 90s music, often describing it as a guilty pleasure.
The show is praised for its insightful commentary on songs that may have been overlooked or unfairly judged.
Listeners express their enjoyment and find the discussions to be engaging and humorous.

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#35
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#160
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Apple Podcasts
#85
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Apple Podcasts
#170
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#191
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Asia: "Heat of the Moment"
Q: Do you think it's better to have a number one hit single that plays on the radio for decades, or to have a number one album for like weeks?
Having a hit single is more advantageous as it generates ongoing residual income, while a great album could keep a band viable longer through touring.

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What is Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers around an exploration of songs that evoke nostalgia, particularly focusing on hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Each episode typically features the hosts discussing iconic tracks, offering both personal anecdotes and historical insights that highlight the emotional and cultural significance of the music. Humor and engaging banter are evident as they dive into various themes, such as love, heartbreak, and personal empowerment, while also critiquing well-known songs and artists in a light-hearted manner. This blend of reflection on personal experiences with in-depth discussion about music history likely resonates with listeners who enjoy connecting emotionally with music from their past.

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