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Don't Let's Start: A Podcast About They Might Be Giants

Dave and Jordan
They Might Be Giants
Mono Puff
Factory Showroom
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Dial-a-Song
'weird Al' Yankovic
Music Parody
Songwriting
Influence
Recess
Dial a Song Service
Twilight Zone
Demos
Apollo 18
Nick Rocks
Music
Growing Up
Klinefelter Syndrome
Gender Expression
Norovirus

Every once in a while a band comes along that changes the course of human history. Your hosts and dear friends Jordan Cooper and Dave Fox take you on an in-depth musical journey over the career, albums, and songs of the band They Might Be Giants, and maybe have some hearty, completely authentic laughs along the way.

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Get away! Unless you want to hear us talk about the demos and alternate versions of songs They Might Be Giants cooked up from the Factory Showroom era! There's too many lo-fi delights to list here, but let's just say, incidentally, you might want to ... more

From May 28th to May 30th They Might Be Giants performed at Brooklyn Steel, only a short drive, or an absurdly long walk, away from Jordan and Dave. We interrupt our Factory Showroom run once again to bring you our official unofficial report. What so... more

Look what the cat has dragged in! They Might Be Giants have released a new album, The World Is To Dig! And here's what you get: our reaction! Do we dig it? Did it make us sleep or go feral? Is it an overnight sensation or flawed garbage? (Ok that's a... more

Why? Because it's extra, baby! In this episode we're kicking back onto our seductive red leather couch to discuss a few songs left off of They Might Be Giants' sixth album Factory Showroom that managed to slide right into the S-E-X-X-Y EP!

Our big ... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Homey
Musician and singer brought in for Bells Are Ringing, vocal contributor on the track
Episode: 75: FACTORY SHOWROOM Part 5: They Hear The Sound
'Weird Al' Yankovic
Famous musician and parodist known for his humorous songs and style parodies.
Episode: 62: Interview with "Weird Al" Yankovic!
Margaret Seiler
Vocalist on 'Boat of Car', former Antioch College student and friend of the band
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Episode: 59: 80s Demos - Part 1: I'm Already Dead
Michael Small
Former writer for People Magazine who reviewed They Might Be Giants' 1985 demo tape
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Episode: 57: Interview with People Magazine's Michael Small!

Hosts

Jordan Cooper
Host and co-host of the show; long-running participant in Don't Let's Start podcasts focused on They Might Be Giants.
Dave Fox
Co-host of the show; brings dry wit and deep appreciation for TMBG, often steering conversations with humor and insight.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 305 ratings
  • Exceptionally Nerdy in the Best Way

    Jordan and Dave are super fans, but they go deep into the music of TMBG. As a lifelong fan I learned a lot didn’t know about the band, and appreciate the deep cuts, attention to rarities and demos, and astute analysis of the lyrics especially. The most important part of the show are the interviews though. Several musicians, producers, venue owners, and friends of the John’s appear pretty regularly giving the podcast a rare depth of insight that’s really valuable. Thanks Jordan and Dave for takin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarms857
    United Statesa year ago
  • Both Ozzy and Lemmy are Jons. If you want a cool nick name, you're a John. Enjoying the nerdery, guys. Much love from MN -das Boot

    Podcast Addict
    5
    teh_b00tnabian
    2 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Have been a casual fan of TMBG since I was little and only recently have I had the thought "huh. I wanna know more about these guys" and I happened to find them through the Weird Al song deep dive episode on YouTube at about the time I was thinking this. Funny, clever, and well-researched - just like the band's music itself.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BookishOcelot
    United States2 years ago
  • Best TMBG podcast

    They Might Be Giants are my favorite band but sometimes it feels like I like this podcast more than I like TMBG. Jordan and Dave have great chemistry and they always find great guests to have on. I also really appreciate how in depth Jordan goes for the research for this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hallofheads92
    United States2 years ago
  • What a world we live in

    If you told my 1990s self that there would be an audio show to discuss my favorite band in depth every month, I never would’ve believed it. And I’m loving it.

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79: FACTORY SHOWROOM Wrap-Down: I'm Ready to Faint
Q: What makes Rocket Ship stand out as a demo and a finished track?
Rocket Ship is highlighted as an epic with a strong narrative arc, evolving from a rough Apollo‑era lyric concept to a musically richer composition, with a clear-through line from a simple demo to a finished, emotionally resonant piece that also connects to broader themes of progress and danger.
59: 80s Demos - Part 1: I'm Already Dead
Q: What's your insight into the songwriting process with John and John?
Margaret mentions that John Flansburg carried a little notebook around and would jot down ideas, indicating their collaborative approach to songwriting.
63: MONO PUFF - UNSUPERVISED Part 1: When I Digress
Q: So Flansburgh's the one that's doing the genre pastiches like all the genre.
Yeah, I actually.

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Two longtime fans provide exhaustive, data-driven explorations of They Might Be Giants' catalogs, eras, and live histories. Episodes consistently pair track-by-track analysis with archival material, rare demos, and guest interviews, often tying songs to broader media moments and production techniques. The show blends thorough research with witty, personable banter, making it a go-to resource for superfans while remaining accessible to casual listeners who enjoy deep dives into song origins, recording quirks, and the band's evolving storytelling. A standout quality is the hosts' ability to weave historical context, fan culture, and pop-culture references into entertaining, readable narratives, frequently spotlighting interview guests and beh... more

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