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PEOPLE ARE THE ENEMY

Andy Mascola
Rush
Yes
Kyuss
Bob Seger
Foreigner
REM
Free To Be You and Me
Crosby, Stills and Nash
Neil Young
Aqua Teen Hunger Force
Marvel Cinematic Universe
BRNDA
Guns N' Roses
Willie Nelson
Halfway Okay
Yes Singles II
Romy and Michele's High School Reunion
Peter Frampton
Andy Milligan
Outsider Music

A weekly comedy and music podcast featuring conversations with interesting people and silly moments.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes200Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Andy talks about Beck's album Odelay turning 30, a proto-hip-hop single from 1968, The Fall's final studio album, and a knife falling out of a stranger's pocket. Also, we listen to a clip of a British art critic destroying Jack White's first exhibiti... more

Andy sings Ween's "The Stallion, Pt. 3" and dedicates it to Oliver Tree, 2026 is shaping up to be a good year for new music, old guys can do stuff now, and Andy wants a Merzbow 'Pulse Demon' T-shirt along with a medal for suffering through the harsh ... more

Andy talks about Henry Rollins and Ian MacKaye releasing the Cramps' lost album Gravest Gravy, his mom having a crush on Spike Lee, his wife witnessing a bar fight, 1900Rugrat & BLP Kosher being weirdly fascinating, Texas Roadhouse not being a vibe, ... more

Andy eulogizes Sonny Rollins and plays clips of Russell Crowe interacting with his fans, and a woman recalling a memorable interaction she and her sister had with Nathan Morris from Boyz II Men. Also, we find out who Billy Idol, Paula Abdul, and New ... more

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Recent Guests

Bruce McCulloch
Writer, actor, film director, musician; one-fifth of Kids in the Hall
Kids in the Hall
Episode: Episode 437
Jumpin' Jeff Farmer
Interview guest referenced in the episode
Episode: Episode 431
John Waters
Filmmaker and cultural figure appearing in an interview/announcement context
Episode: Episode 431
Miss Mei
Musician, audio archivist, puppeteer, clown enthusiast, host of Music Only I Care About with Miss Mei
WFMU
Episode: Episode 430
Tavie Phillips
Guest, involved in the podcast discussion and chart chat
Zach and Tavie's Marvelous Adventure (as referenced in outro)
Episode: Episode 429
Lynn Harris
Entrepreneur, writer, comedian, founder of GOLD Comedy
GOLD Comedy
Episode: Episode 428
Sloane Spencer
Podcast host and music journalist, Sleep with Rock Stars; radio personality and producer
Episode: Episode 426
Julie Klausner
Special guest mentioned in prior episode segments
Episode: Episode 425
Jazz Adam
Member of Old Maybe, guest on the show
Old Maybe
Episode: Episode 424

Hosts

Andy Mascola
Host of the show with a focus on humorous monologues, long-form music talk, and hosted segments.
Rachel from Des Moines
Host of Rachel's Chart Chat segment; provides data-driven music chart insights and anchors the chart history discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • No ads. No Patreon. No sports. No reruns. No best ofs. The best weekly podcast since January 1, 2018.

    Podchaser
    5
    Andy Mascola
    8 months ago
  • Best Way to Start the Week.

    This show! It’s a perfect way to start the work week. Andy’s cheerful monologues begin the show and are 100% sincere and unpredictable. He’ll put you in the right frame of mind to tackle the day. Rachel takes over in the second half with the Chart Chat, which is mandatory for anyone that considers themselves a music fan. Her segments are always engaging and well-researched. I guarantee you’ll learn something new each week about the music you grew up with.

    The show also respects your time, deliv... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FreshMutton
    United States3 years ago
  • Superb

    With conciseness and consistency, Andy creates an engaging podcast that is east to return to each week and Rachel’s Chart Chat is not to be missed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Sellers
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    One of my go-to podcasts! Incredibly funny and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coconutty.earl
    United States4 years ago
  • This Is the Greatest Podcast I've Ever Heard!

    I love this show. I should, I'm the one who created it.

    Audible
    5
    Andy
    United States4 years ago

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Fans note the show delivers more content per episode than many other music podcasts, with tight edits and frequent standout guests.
Listeners praise the dynamic between Andy's energy and Rachel's Chart Chat, calling it engaging and consistently entertaining.
The format's balance of humor and music history is repeatedly described as well-structured and informative.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 396
Q: Speaking of music, I wanted to play the song To Fail, the first song from How Long Can It Last. Is there anything that you folks would like to say about this song before I play it for the listeners?
They note that Jed wrote the bass track for To Fail and discuss the sentiment of the song and its relation to failing as a theme, providing context for the track before it's played.
Episode 396
Q: Alicia, are there bands that you absolutely love that people would be surprised to know that you embrace and are influenced by or even artists?
She mentions Tyvek as a band they like and discusses supporting them on tour; Jed and Alicia also touch on outside influences like Motown and 60s music, showing a broader taste beyond indie pop.
Episode 401
Q: Zach, what has surprised you most about Tavie's reactions to the MCU films?
Her reactions have brought a fresh, entertaining perspective to familiar titles, and the exchanges feel like a collaborative learning process that enhances both their viewing and their discussion.
Episode 399
Q: Can you describe the concept behind the recursive fantasy traversal operations map and how it works with the album's structure?
He explains that the map is a multilevel framework with lanes like Avatar, The Mage, The Muse, and The Libertine that guide songs and sounds through a hierarchical, looping journey, with sounds recorded by his collaborator and a system that determines when the listener is moved up or down in the hierarchy.
Episode 399
Q: Would you mind giving us a short recap of some of the highlights and even lowlights of the last five years in the life and times of Uncle Funkle?
Uncle Funkle describes moving from New York to Baltimore, involvement in a local anarchist community during lockdown, the Burger Records controversy, and eventually acquiring studio equipment that became his home setup, all while evolving musically and exploring new genres and projects.

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What is PEOPLE ARE THE ENEMY about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show blends candid personal storytelling with music history, pop culture commentary, and long-form conversations. Episodes frequently pair a host-led monologue or riffing with a recurring Chart Chat segment that traces song histories, riffs on classic rock, and shares trivia from eras past. Guests span comedians, musicians, journalists, and cultural figures, offering insider perspectives on careers, creative processes, and archival projects. The tone stays playful and intimate, often weaving in personal anecdotes, fan-favorite clips, and cross-promotional plugs, making it feel like a witty, music-loving club for Gen X and younger listeners who enjoy nostalgia, humor, and eclectic cultural references. A standout strength is the Chart Cha... more

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1. Bruce McCulloch
2. Jumpin' Jeff Farmer
3. John Waters
4. Miss Mei
5. Tavie Phillips
6. Lynn Harris
7. Sloane Spencer
8. Julie Klausner

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