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Definitely Dylan

Laura Tenschert
Bob Dylan
A Complete Unknown
Rough and Rowdy Ways
Timothée Chalamet
Bob Dylan Center
Mondo Scripto
Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour
Mixing Up the Medicine
Cat Power
Nobel Prize In Literature
Blood On the Tracks
Royal Albert Hall
Creative Process
Flagging Down the Double E
Newport Folk Festival
Joan Baez
Johnny Cash
Farm Aid
Patreon
The Beatles

A podcast about Bob Dylan, his music & anything else. Featuring conversations and original analysis of Bob Dylan’s work.

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Latest Episodes

Laura talks to Jim Windolf, music journalist and features editor at the New York Times, about his new book Where the Music Had to Go: How Bob Dylan and the Beatles Changed Each Other – and the World, out now with Scribner (US) and White Rabbit (UK). more

Laura and Rebecca answer some more listener questions and talk parasocial relationships, the artist's humanity, and fan loyalty.

Send us your question to bobdylanhotline@gmail.com (itsdefinitelydylan@gmail.com for all other inquiries)

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Laura and Rebecca discuss the new Bob Dylan Patreon, AI, and eventually answer a question.

Send us your question to bobdylanhotline@gmail.com

You can support Definitely Dylan on Patreon or with a one-off donation at buymeacoffee.com/definitelydylan... more

A new podcast segment, in which Laura and Rebecca answer your questions about all things Bob.

This one's about movie soundtracks, collaborations, and Geese!

Send us your question to bobdylanhotline@gmail.com

You can support Definitely Dylan on Pat... more

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Recent Guests

Ray Paget
Question asker, The Goat
Listener questioner
Episode: Bob Dylan Hotline #2: Bob Dylan's Patreon & AI
Michael Glover Smith
Chicago-based filmmaker, author, and professor; author of Bob Dylan as Filmmaker, No Time to Think
McNidder & Grace (publisher)
Episode: Bob Dylan as Filmmaker (with Michael Glover Smith)
Elizabeth Cantalamessa
Assistant Professor of Social and Political Philosophy at St. Bonaventure University
St. Bonaventure University
Episode: Can Bob Dylan be trusted? (with Elizabeth Cantalamessa)
Tim Swaddling
Canadian musician and songwriter, soon to be Bob Dylan podcaster
Episode: Bob Dylan's iPod (with Tim Swaddling)
Rebecca Slaman
Episode: Bob Dylan’s Tweets (with Rebecca Slaman and Britt Eisnor)
Ray Padgett
Author of 'Pledging My Time: Conversations with Bob Dylan Band Members' and runs the substack 'Flagging Down the Double E'.
Episode: "Slow coming home": Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour Finale (with Ray Padgett)
Britt Eisnor
Aspiring Dylanologist and avid Bob Dylan fan
Episode: Outlaw Festival Recap with Britt Eisnor
Mark Davidson
Co-author of 'Mixing Up the Medicine' and curator at the Bob Dylan Center
Bob Dylan Center
Episode: Mixing Up the Medicine: an "Inside-Out Biography"
Parker Fishel
Co-author of 'Mixing Up the Medicine' and curator at the Bob Dylan Center
Bob Dylan Center
Episode: Mixing Up the Medicine: an "Inside-Out Biography"

Host

Laura Tenchert
Host of Definitely Dylan, known for scholarly, feminist-informed analyses of Dylan's work and related media.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 313 ratings
  • Second to none

    Best deep dives into Bobness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skrato
    United States8 days ago
  • Excellent Bob Dylan Podcast

    Intelligent, well researched and well informed podcast about Bob Dylan and his music. It’s always a treat to hear Laura’s thoughtful commentary. I only wish she would post episodes more often!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PeteinMiss
    Canadaa year ago
  • Girl boss Dylan story

    Atempts to tell Dylan's story in a girl boss way. manages to be exactley that annoying and obnixious. speak a lot without saying anything.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SpongeBobbyHil589
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant

    Such deep reflections on Bob’s works

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShaneMK
    Australiaa year ago
  • Definitely a fan!

    So happy I discovered this podcast! Laura’s fascination with Dylan’s work is infectious and relatable. I love the recent episode on the history of ‘When I Paint My Masterpiece’ which is a perfect example of why we’ll always be talking about Bob. Excited for the next ep!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mustbedunes
    United States2 years ago

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Many listeners highlight the host's approachable yet rigorous style as a standout.
Audience consistently lauds deep, narrative-driven analysis and fresh perspectives on Dylan's later work.
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Listeners praise the show for its intelligent, well-researched takes and clear, thoughtful commentary.
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Bob Dylan Hotline #1: Movie Soundtracks and Dream Collabs
Q: Three-tiered question about covers: who's the one artist you'd love to hear Bob Dylan cover a Bob Dylan song of, what modern artist should Dylan cover, and if Geese/Cameron Winter teamed with Dylan, what would you want them to do together?
We highlighted Geese and Cameron Winter due to their energy and shared sensibilities with Dylan's basement-tapes-era vibe, discussed potential tracks like Tears of Rage or Rings of Bells, and suggested a collaborative studio reimagining rather than a straight cover; we also noted possible crossovers with modern Americana and rock to keep Dylan's voice central while exploring new textures.
Bob Dylan Hotline #1: Movie Soundtracks and Dream Collabs
Q: Hey, Bob Hotline. Recently, I was thinking about songs that Bob's done the score for or had songs in like Wonder Boys, Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid, Mask and Anonymous. Any ideas for recent movies that Bob should have done the score for or had songs in other than the Reagan biopic?
We brainstormed several possibilities, noting Dylan's strong movie affinity and suggesting scenarios like him contributing a song for Killers of the Flower Moon, or collaborating on scores that fit post-2000s cinema; the idea is less about full-scored soundtracks and more about a high-impact, era-appropriate Dylan contribution that aligns with his evolving musical persona.
Bob Dylan vs. The Fans (with Rebecca Slaman)
Q: Have your feelings towards the artist changed since Glasgow? If so, in what way?
My feelings have changed, it's hard to put into words, but I find it difficult to listen to Dylan since the incident.
Bob Dylan vs. The Fans (with Rebecca Slaman)
Q: What is it that you think gets transmitted in video that audio cannot capture?
The visual performance shows us his on-stage artistry, movements, and interactions, which can't be appreciated from an audio recording alone.
Mixing Up the Medicine: an "Inside-Out Biography"
Q: Did you ever feel any pressure considering that you're basically charged with telling the official story?
Yes, there's significant pressure as people will scrutinize the book for content, especially regarding photos and narratives used.

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A thoughtful, intellectually rigorous deep-dive into Bob Dylan's work, spanning music, film, and cultural impact. Episodes often center on Dylan's creative process, historical context, and the artist-fan relationship, with guests ranging from scholars to musicians who offer nuanced, sometimes feminist-tinged perspectives. The show stands out for its analytic rigor, archival references, and willingness to tackle complex topics—from authenticity and self-mythology to the reception of Dylan's later work—while remaining accessible to both long-time fans and new listeners.

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2. Michael Glover Smith
3. Elizabeth Cantalamessa
4. Tim Swaddling
5. Rebecca Slaman
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