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They pick 'em, then talk about 'em! Join Matt Latham as he sits down with a guest to chat about an album they want to talk about. Be it an all-time favourite or an album that the guest just can't stop listening to: guaranteed positive talk about the music people love. Part of the We Dig Podcasts network, along with Free With This Months Issue & We Dig Music. Find us at wedigpodcasts.com

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EPISODE 200!

Wow. And how do we celebrate? By spending over two and a half hours with Mark Adams about one of Matt's biggest obsessions: the YouTube channel The Epic Rap Battles of History.

Host: Matt Latham

Guests: Mark Adams

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On the latest episode, Matt is joined by friend Louise MacArthur-Clare to talk about Backstreet Boys' Millennium! Along the way there's talk of marketing, ponzi schemes, big spheres and nostalgia....

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For this episode, Matt is joined by Laurelanne Davis! She talks about Duran Duran, aka The Wedding Album, by Duran Duran!

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Louise MacArthur-Clare
Guest and close friend of the host, long-time Backstreet Boys fan
Episode: Millennium: Backstreet Boys with Louise MacArthur-Clare
Laurelanne Davis
Singer, coach, radio host, PR extraordinaire
Laurelanne Media / Laurelanne PR
Episode: Duran Duran (1993) by Duran Duran with Laurelanne Davis
Max Norton
Guest discussing Jeff Buckley and Live at Sin-é
Episode: Live at Sin-é: Jeff Buckley with Max Norton
Kiki T
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musician/producer
Episode: Blue Neighbourhood: Troye Sivan with Kiki T
Rob Yeomans
Guest on Pick A Disc, Nirvana and friends trilogy enthusiast
Episode: II: Meat Puppets with Rob Yeomans
Jessica Ann Cantena
Guest from the Music Media Review Podcast, discussing Rhythm Nation 1814
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Episode: Rhythm Nation 1814: Janet Jackson with Jessica Ann Cantena
Iona Danielle
Guest selecting Make Yourself for discussion
Music artist by Iona Danielle
Episode: Make Yourself: Incubus with Iona Danielle
Ryan Luis Rodriguez
From the One Trap Mind Podcast, guest on Pick A Disc
One Trap Mind Podcast
Episode: A Ghost Is Born: Wilco with Ryan Luis Rodriguez
Jonah In The Snow
Guest discussing Fever To Tell, a Yeah Yeah Yeahs album
Episode: Fever To Tell: Yeah Yeah Yeahs with Jonah in the Snow

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Matt Latham
Host of Pick A Disc

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Listeners Pick a Disc

    This podcast is very unique having listeners critique one of their favorite albums. Indie or classic, it’s cool learning from the guest’s perspective as Matt keeps a steady conversation going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessica Ann
    United States2 years ago
  • Holy cow! I listened to one episode because it was on one of my all-time favorite bands badfinger and it was just disgraceful ... The host knew nothing about the band. Read a Wikipedia blurb about them... Regurgitated everything his (knowledgeable) 24-year-old badfinger expert guest had to say), was completely incapable of coming up with one single interesting question or observation for his guest. ... WORST...HOST... EVER...

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    toniok12
    2 years ago
  • Super Fun Show!

    What a great show! I love the breadth of music Matt discusses on this show. Kacey Musgraves and Animal Collective in consecutive weeks?! Awesome! Plus, the show stays fresh by having new guests on every week. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    comicsteacher
    United States2 years ago
  • Enthusiastically Fun!

    Engaging conversations, insightful guest picks, and Math Latham's infectious enthusiasm make this podcast a must-listen! The lively discussions and great guests guarantee entertainment. Listen to this pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Russ Strong
    United States2 years ago
  • Great conversations

    The chat is always funny, surprising, and stimulating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HamburgerHelpful1
    United States2 years ago

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The host keeps the conversation lively and engaging with a great flow.
Guests bring strong personal and critical takes on albums.
The show delivers thoughtful, accessible deep-dives with positive energy.

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Duran Duran (1993) by Duran Duran with Laurelanne Davis
Q: What makes Ordinary World stand out for you personally?
Laurelanne explains the song's personal connection, its lyrical poignancy about loss, and how the track's composition—acoustic guitar, soaring melody, and emotional vocal delivery—exemplifies why the album remains compelling to fans.
Duran Duran (1993) by Duran Duran with Laurelanne Davis
Q: So where do you want to begin when talking about the album?
Laurelanne starts with the choice of The Wedding Album as a midpoint between 80s Duran Duran iconicness and 90s experimentation, setting up a discussion of why it resonated with her and how the tracks tie together historically and emotionally.
Blue Neighbourhood: Troye Sivan with Kiki T
Q: How does the album balance vulnerability with pop sensibilities?
The album uses intimate, confessional lyrics laid over glossy synth-pop textures, which makes the emotional weight feel accessible rather than overwhelming; it's the kind of sound that invites you to feel something real while still enjoying a pop melody you can hum.
Blue Neighbourhood: Troye Sivan with Kiki T
Q: Why did you choose Blue Neighbourhood for today's discussion?
I picked it because it feels like a whole world—gleemo in particular—that blends upbeat energy with deeply personal storytelling about coming of age and queerness; it still sounds fresh and adventurous, and the way Troye Sivan builds a vivid, relatable atmosphere resonates with my own escapist tendencies.
A Ghost Is Born: Wilco with Ryan Luis Rodriguez
Q: So why have you decided to pick A Ghost Is Born?
I chose it because the album speaks to me on a personal level about struggle, recovery, and the way music can articulate internal experiences that words alone can't capture, making it a powerful, empathetic listening experience.

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A music-focused interview series where the host invites guests to discuss an album they love or are obsessed with, exploring personal memories, cultural context, and the record's impact. Conversations often blend track-by-track insights with anecdotes about the era, production, live performances, and the guest's own work in music, journalism, or podcasting. The show's standout charm is its positive, fangirl/fanboy enthusiasm—guests bring earnest passion and varied perspectives, from indie to pop, making it a great fit for listeners who want thoughtful, enjoyment-driven music storytelling and recommendations.

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7. Iona Danielle
8. Ryan Luis Rodriguez

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