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In October 1973, the poet and singer Leonard Cohen—thirty-nine years old, famous, unhappy, and at a creative dead end—traveled from his home on the Greek island of Hydra to the chaos and bloodshed of the Sinai desert when Egypt attacked Israel on the... more

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Recent Guests

Areum Jeong
Author of K-Pop Fandom, performing Deokhu from the 1990s to today
University of Michigan Press
Episode: Areum Jeong, "K-Pop Fandom: Performing Deokhu from the 1990s to Today" (U Michigan Press, 2026)
Matti Friedman
Award-winning journalist and author
Spiegel and Grau
Episode: Matti Friedman, "Who by Fire: Leonard Cohen in the Sinai" (Spiegel & Grau, 2022)
Bill Kopp
Freelance journalist and author of "Reinventing Pink Floyd" and "Disturbing the Peace"
Author, Hozac Books
Episode: Bill Kopp, "What's the Big Idea: 30 Great Concept Albums" (Hozac, 2025)
Michael Hinds
Co-author of Johnny Cash International, exploring global fandom
University of Iowa
Episode: M. Hinds and J. Silverman, "Johnny Cash International: How and Why Fans Love the Man in Black" (U Iowa Press, 2020)
Jonathan Silverman
Co-author of Johnny Cash International, examining how Cash is loved worldwide
University of Iowa
Episode: M. Hinds and J. Silverman, "Johnny Cash International: How and Why Fans Love the Man in Black" (U Iowa Press, 2020)
Kay Dickinson
Program convener for Creative Arts and Industries at the University of Glasgow, author of Supply Chain Cinema and Fernando: A Song by ABBA.
University of Glasgow
Episode: Kay Dickinson, "Fernando: A Song by ABBA" (Duke UP, 2025)
Ben Ratliff
Author, music critic and professor
NYU
Episode: Ben Ratliff, "Run the Song: Writing About Running About Listening" (Graywolf Press, 2025)
Christopher Lynch
Author of 'Formulating Foster: Stephen C. Foster and the Creation of a National Musical Myth'
Oxford University Press
Episode: Christopher Lynch, "Formulating Foster: Stephen C. Foster and the Creation of a National Musical Myth" (Oxford UP, 2025)
Lukas Foss
A leading American composer and pianist, known for his interpretations of Bach and contributions to modern music.
Episode: Lukas Foss: A "New American Music Series" Gallatin Lecture, April 15, 1982

Hosts

Bradley Morgan
A knowledgeable host experienced in engaging with authors and scholars in music-related discussions.
Marshall Poe
Founder and Editor with a rich understanding of music scholarship and its intersection with public discourse.
Ryan Purcell
Co-host and producer with a focus on music discussions that emphasize cultural history and contemporary issues.

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Bill Kopp, "What's the Big Idea: 30 Great Concept Albums" (Hozac, 2025)
Q: What are some innovations that concept albums developed back then that still resonate today?
The ambition behind concept albums allows artists to explore ideas deeply, using the album format as a canvas rather than just a collection of singles.
Bill Kopp, "What's the Big Idea: 30 Great Concept Albums" (Hozac, 2025)
Q: Could you tell us more about how you came to that perspective for the book?
I found that Sinatra's work was a pivotal example of the conceptual album idea, with borders that weren't strict but widely interpreted.
Bill Kopp, "What's the Big Idea: 30 Great Concept Albums" (Hozac, 2025)
Q: Can you tell us what your book is about?
The book is about a survey of concept albums that are thematically linked, discussing different types and interpretations of what constitutes a concept album.
Matti Friedman, "Who by Fire: Leonard Cohen in the Sinai" (Spiegel & Grau, 2022)
Q: Can you share with us what your book is about?
The book looks at Leonard Cohen's concert tour during the Yom Kippur War of 1973, exploring the interaction between war, art, and personal identity.
Hilary French, "Ballroom: A People’s History of Dancing" (Reaktion Books, 2022)
Q: How do you see the future of ballroom dancing, especially in terms of inclusivity?
There has been a rise in same-sex dancing circuits and a growing acceptance of different styles, indicating a shift towards increased inclusivity in the ballroom community.

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